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EP code 93657

Date: Nov 20, 2018

Question:

How many times can code 93657 be charged if during an AF ablation the MD states: "Additional RFA lines in the left atrium, which include left atrial roof, left atrial septum, SVC, and right side intraatrial septum. These areas are ablated to address the extra pulmonary vein origination of AF." Should we report 93656 and 93657 x 4?

Question ID : 11679
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