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Atherectomy of Left Arm

Date: Mar 23, 2015

Question:

Could you please clarify the uses of code 0234T. The CPT description states "transluminal peripheral atherectomy". Since there is a separate code for the brachiocephalic trunk and branches (0237T) on the right side of the body, does this mean that code 0234T may be used for atherectomies in the left arm, as well as renal atherectomies?

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