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Imaging included in 77001
Date: Nov 6, 2020
Question:
Does CPT code 77001-26 include imaging for the SVC if done from the same access? "Wire could not be advanced into the IVC, therefore contrast was injected through 4 French catheter, and superior venacavogram was done." This was done during a placement of a tunneled perm cath placement from the catheter access. My doctors insist the IVC or SVC should be separately reported. Please deny or confirm so I can get back to them.
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