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Date: Feb 1, 2010
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Dr Z - Wondering how to code AVF access when there is only an intervention, not an angio. In this case access venous end going directly to thrombectomy and angioplasty. A second access arterial end, also thrombectomy / angioplasty. I don't think I can use 36147 without the angio and cannot use 36148 as it is an add-on code. Thank you for your help!
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