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Diagnostic Angio post CTA/MRA; & Cath Billable (Intervention Only -61624)

Date: Oct 3, 2023

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Procedure: Intracranial embolization of chronic subdural hematoma through middle meningeal artery.

Please provide confirmation, that although a CTA/MRA was performed, a catheter-directed diagnostic angiogram is reportable if the provider documents medical necessity; and, second, when a diagnostic angiogram is not reported (intervention only), that it is proper to report the catheter placement codes during intracranial embolization (referring to CPT code 61624). Have I misunderstood something? Having this guidance from you, in 2023, will resolve issues on this matter. If any changes have occurred please kindly inform. Your help is greatly appreciated.

Question ID : 19497
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