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Severity of thrombus?

Date: Feb 16, 2022

Question:

During dialysis graft angioplasty, we know that severity of stenosis has to be documented. For thrombectomy, does presence of thrombus alone allow for declot? Does it have to be "occlusive" thrombus? Does it have to be noted the thrombus is occluding the vessel ____ amount to support a declot? I've checked documentation from the NCCI Manual, SIR, CMS, and nothing conclusive is noted. Any input is much appreciated.

Question ID : 16515
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