CPT^® 36160, Under Intra-arterial and intra-aortic Introduction Procedures

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 36160 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Intra-arterial and intra-aortic Introduction Procedures.

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In this procedure, the provider inserts a needle or catheter into the aorta, from the back side in the lumber region, passing the needle through the space between the ribs to treat dilation or stricture in an artery.

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[b]Article found on AAPC website[/b] found the below article on AAPC website. hope it helps:) Catheter Placement is Critical to Coding Arterial System Procedures February 25th, 2010 Use termino... [ Read More ]

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[QUOTE="Jim Pawloski, post: 237974, member: 67434"]I need an opinion for codes of case below Examination: CT guided embolization of a type II endoleak Clinical History: 79-year-old male status pos... [ Read More ]

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