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LVL attempt 33225-53 (or -74)

Date: Apr 16, 2012

Question:

I found a Q&A dated 6/3/11 that partially relates to a procedure I am trying to code, but still need clarification. This is regarding a Bi-v ICD and coronary sinus angioplasty. In my case, the dr made quite a few attempts to place the LV lead. There was stenosis encountered and a separate cardiologist was brought in to help angioplasty this area. Angioplasty was able to be done, but the LV lead was still not able to be advanced and was not placed. Is there any code I can use for the CS angioplasty work that was done? Sure seems to me that since there was a separate reason for this being done that I could pick up something. Or is all this extra work just part of the ICD placement(dual chamber was done)? Thank you for your time.
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