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Intra-arterial chemoinfusion

Date: Jan 22, 2018

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"Renovo Rx catheter was positioned along the splenic artery adjacent to the adenocarcinoma. The infusion port was injected with contrast to ensure distal and proximal occlustion. Once occlusion confirmed, the infusion of 2000 mg gemcitabine in 132 mL was performed over a 20-minute interval using the power injector. Post infusion splenic artery angiogram was performed, demonstrating no evidence of vessel injury or extravastion." Can I bill anything for the chemoinfusion? I know I can bill for the catheter placements and diagnostic angios. I am billing for the professional side, and the patient is an inpatient at the hospital. Can I report code 96422? Or something else?

Question ID : 10392
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