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Coronary angiography 93454 with left ventricular electrophysiology ablation

Date: Sep 20, 2011

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HI Dr. Z, I have a case in which the patient had an EP study with 3D mapping and ablation of V-tach. However, prior to beginning the ablation a LCA angiography was done "to outline the course of the coronaries on the epicardial surface to ensure the ablation spots were safe distance away from these vessels." Can I bill 93454 or is the angio included in the EP study and ablation? Thanks so much for your help!!!

Question ID : 3176
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