A patient with stage V CKD and on hemodialysis was seen for an access flow study. The physician used the indicator method to evaluate blood flow in the AV fistula. Select the appropriate CPT and ICD-10-CM codes.

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The correct CPT code for an access flow study in a hemodialysis patient is 90940, which specifically relates to hemodialysis access flow studies. The ICD-10-CM codes include Z49.31 (Encounter for adequacy testing for dialysis), N18.6 (End stage renal disease), and Z99.2 (Dependence on renal dialysis), accurately reflecting the patient's condition and the reason for the study.

A Patient with Stage V CKD and on Hemodialysis Was