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Ultrasound guidance (CPT 76932) for Endomyocardial Biopsy

Date: Aug 15, 2023

Question:

Is the note "with direct ultrasound visualization" enough documentation to use CPT code 76932 for ultrasound guidance of endomyocardial biopsy? Example: "With direct visualization the right internal jugular vein was cannulated via modified Seldinger technique with a micropuncture system. A J-tipped wire was advanced and a 7Fx23cm sheath was placed. A 7 French bioptome was then used for the endomyocardial biopsy using fluoroscopic guidance."

Also does the provider's documentation have to state endomyocardial biopsy using/or under ultrasound guidance?

Question ID : 19289
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