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Code 33229

Date: May 21, 2013

Question:

What are the correct codes for replacement of dual chamber pacemaker with insertion of new LV lead? During the replacement of a dual chamber pacemaker generator, the LV lead is found to be nonfunctional, and a new LV lead is inserted. The old RA lead and the new LV lead are attached to the new dual chamber generator.

Question ID : 4860
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