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Removal pacemaker, upgrade to biventricular ICD

Date: Feb 27, 2012

Question:

Can I get your advice on how to code for an upgrade from a dual chamber Defibrillator to a CRT-D - new LV lead, and change generator keep chronic R Atrial and R Ventricular leads. All we would be doing is changing out the generator and adding an LV lead. I realize there might not be a great answer for this procedure, but curious as to your recommendation.
Question ID : 3519
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