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Date: Apr 28, 2010

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Dear Dr. Z. I have a case where the port has rolled in the mediport pocket. The interventional radiologist opened the pocket, removed the port, repositioned the same port within the same pocket, and closed up the pocket. We are debating the use of two CPT codes: 36576 (repair of central venous access device, with subcutaneous port) and 36597 (repositioning of previousy placed central venous catheter under fluoro guidance). Would you recommend either of these for this procedure? Or is there another CPT code that would be more appropriate?

Question ID : 2167
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