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We are uncertain of the appopriate code to use when the provider describes the use of a bifurcated graft placed at the aorta with one leg of the graft anastomosed to the right common iliac artery and the other leg anastomosed to the left common femoral artery. There are three anastomoses (Aorta, RT CIA, LT CFA) thus we are unsure if two separate bypass codes would be appropriate in this case or if this may necessitate an unlisted code (which comp code would be appropriate?) Your guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you .