jessica1974
Guru
I am confused as to which code would be the best when a pt has a NSTEMI and it's discovered that they have a 100% blockage. Which is the correct CPT code to use?
Pt has non-st elevation myocardial infarct is the reason the intervention is done. Then the physician states angiogram confirms a total occlusion of the RCA. Thrombectomy is performed and a total of 3 stents were place in the RCA.
I usually look to see if a thrombectomy was done and to see if the verbage says 100% occlusion or chronic total occlusion. If that exact wording isn't used then I chose the MI CPT code.
Would anyone agree or disagree that this correct? Sometimes I over anaylize. Thanks
Pt has non-st elevation myocardial infarct is the reason the intervention is done. Then the physician states angiogram confirms a total occlusion of the RCA. Thrombectomy is performed and a total of 3 stents were place in the RCA.
I usually look to see if a thrombectomy was done and to see if the verbage says 100% occlusion or chronic total occlusion. If that exact wording isn't used then I chose the MI CPT code.
Would anyone agree or disagree that this correct? Sometimes I over anaylize. Thanks