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RF Ablation of Left Subclavian Vein Using Power Wire
Date: Dec 16, 2013
Question:
Is there special coding for using RF ablation for recannulization of a CTO in the left subclavian vein? Baylis Power Wire was used. PTA and stent placed after RF ablation performed. Initial access via right groin, second access left arm vessel. I've read the material for the Power Wire, but that does not provide any information for coding. I'm thinking all we can code for is the accesses, possibly the PTA if documentation supports this, and the stent placement.
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