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3D echo and tees

Date: Oct 6, 2021

Question:

My docs are doing 3D echos and TEEs. I understand that code 93356 should be reported with 93306 and 93312, but I am confused with the reasons for doing the 3D as opposed to doing the standard tests. I have checked the Medicare website, and it sounds like doing 3D is for pre-op for a procedure such as TAVR, MVR, valve repairs, biopsies, etc.

Question ID : 16035
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