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Can 33268 and 33858 be reported together?
Date: Jun 20, 2022
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This question is for Pro Fee. Since LAA closure with a percutaneous approach (33340) is reported for patients with atrial fib, does the new add-on code LAA closure with an open approach at the time of other sternotomy (33268) follow the same medical necessity guidelines? My provider performed an ascending aorta graft, with cardiopulmonary bypass (33858) with an open LAA for diagnoses of aortic dissection and IVC thrombus. Can 33268 and 33858 be reported together?
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