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Is ascending aortogram billable? if so, which CPT code?

Date: Apr 3, 2023

Question:

BYPASS GRAFTS:

1. Due to radial approach the LIMA was not engaged. Previously was thought to be occluded or at least had very poor distal flow. The touchdown to the LAD was not evident on catheterization from August 2021. Today there is clearly a patent graft with competitive flow at the apex of the LAD. Ascending aortogram was performed that did not demonstrate any aortocoronary grafts. Angiography of the right innominate artery did not demonstrate a patent RIMA.

If this isn't billable can you tell me why?

Question ID : 17720
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