CPC · Question #52
The procedure is performed at an outpatient radiology department. From a left femoral access, the catheter is placed in the abdominal aorta and is then selectively placed in the celiac trunk and…
The correct answer is B. 36246, 75726-26. Procedure: Abdominal aorta catheterization and selective placement in the celiac trunk for 36246: This code is for the catheter placement in the abdominal aorta. 75726-26: This code represents the abdominal angiography with supervision and interpretation, with the -26 modifier…
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The procedure is performed at an outpatient radiology department. From a left femoral access, the catheter is placed in the abdominal aorta and is then selectively placed in the celiac trunk and manipulated up into the common hepatic artery for an abdominal angiography. Dye is injected, and imaging is obtained. The provider performs the supervision and interpretation. What CPT® codes are reported?
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- A36246, 75716-26
- B36246, 75726-26
- C36246, 75635-26
- D36246, 75741-26
How the community answered
(36 responses)- A6% (2)
- B67% (24)
- C8% (3)
- D19% (7)
Explanation
Procedure: Abdominal aorta catheterization and selective placement in the celiac trunk for 36246: This code is for the catheter placement in the abdominal aorta. 75726-26: This code represents the abdominal angiography with supervision and interpretation, with the -26 modifier indicating the professional component. Code Selection Justification: The procedure involves the catheterization of the abdominal aorta and the specific imaging performed with supervision and interpretation.
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