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93655 Discrete Mechanism

Date: Jun 21, 2021

Question:

Is it appropriate to code 93654 and 93655 when there are "2 separate PVC sites and mechanisms targeted"? Specifically these two? "Focal PVC ablation with two PVC sites targeted. First morphology: an epicardial LV outflow tract focus targeted from the distal branches of the coronary sinus. Second mechanism/morphology was an endocardial site located just inferior to the aortic valve at the aorto mitral continuity. Both sites ablated. Both PVCs eradicated." The discrete mechanism confuses me at times when trying to be certain they are separate. Any tips?

Question ID : 15628
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