Can you code for a contrast venogram for visualization of the subclavian/axillary vein during a icd implantation? This was done as itial attempts to cannulate the axillary vein using an anatomic approach was unsucessful. I don't think you can as this would be considered a guiding shot . I would like someone elses opinion on this. Thanks in advance!
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Wiki contrast venogram
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deeva456
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Hello,
No, you cannot bill for venogram during ICD implantation for the reason you described. Since the dr is doing the procedure to visualize the vessel for guidance or placement; it is considered "road mapping" and cannot bill separately for it.
Hope this helps.
dolores, CPC- CCC
No, you cannot bill for venogram during ICD implantation for the reason you described. Since the dr is doing the procedure to visualize the vessel for guidance or placement; it is considered "road mapping" and cannot bill separately for it.
Hope this helps.
dolores, CPC- CCC
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