Case Studies—Cardiovascular System Operative Reports
Operative Report
Abstract from Documentation:
a. What is the intent of the procedure?
b. Time to Code:
a. The filter is designed to capture the embolism (traveling blood clot) before it causes blockage of an artery.
b. Index: Vena Cava, Filter, Insertion
Code(s):
37191 Insertion of intravascular vena cava filter, endovascular approach including vascular access, vessel selection, and radiographical supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance (ultrasound and fluoroscopy), when performed.
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