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Coding the new Alterra prestent with transcatheter pulmnary valve

Date: Sep 14, 2022

Question:

How should the Alterra prestent with transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement/implant be coded? Would CPT code 33477 be all inclusive, or should this be reported with two different CPT codes?

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