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DC ICD upgrade to BiV ICD w/his lead implanted
Date: Jan 13, 2022
Question:
Patient has DC ICD for upgrade to biventricular ICD. His lead was implanted and connected to the CS/LV port of the device. Physician was unable to place LV lead due to small vessel, and multiple guidewires were unable to be advanced. Would I report codes 33264 and 33216 for the His lead?
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