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37220-+37223 Choices Become Clear With This Tool
Published on Mon Nov 15, 2010
Follow the path to make the switch to 2011 codes a snap.
Make the transition to new iliac revascularization codes a little simpler by using this chart. Be sure to read "37220 to +37223 Revamp Your Iliac Intervention Coding Options" on the cover to get more information on these new codes.
Don't forget:
Use the appropriate modifiers to report bilateral services. And if the physician also performs iliac atherectomy, also report 0238T (
Transluminal peripheral atherectomy, open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation; iliac artery, each vessel).