On Demand: Coding for Pulmonary Thrombectomies and Coronary Interventions-Presentation Slides

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The document provides in-depth information on coding practices related to pulmonary thrombectomies and coronary interventions, authored by specialists Joline Bruder and Tammy Barron. It includes a guideline on claiming Continuing Education Units (CEU) for the relevant webcasts, discussing coding for various procedures like pulmonary thrombectomies, coronary interventions, and understanding the pulmonary arteries. Detailed coding examples and case studies demonstrate practical application of coding techniques, intended for specialists within medical coding and billing.<br /><br />The document covers key coding concepts for pulmonary angiography, mechanical thrombectomy, heart catheterizations, and billing considerations for additional procedures. It includes specific case examples illustrating how to apply the coding practices in real-world scenarios such as cases of submassive pulmonary embolism, acute saddle pulmonary embolism, and coronary artery disease interventions.<br /><br />Additionally, for coronary interventions, the document breaks down the coding hierarchy and concepts, focusing on major arteries, stent placements, and the use of imaging techniques like intravascular ultrasound (IVUS). It provides guidance on documenting interventions during myocardial infarctions (AMI) and occlusions (CTO), emphasizing the importance of clinical documentation and accurate code application to ensure compliance and correct billing.<br /><br />Some key procedures covered include:<br />- Pulmonary catheter placements and thrombectomy techniques.<br />- Coding for heart catheterization procedures.<br />- Coronary intervention techniques like atherectomy and angioplasty.<br />- The introduction of new Category III codes for drug-coated balloons.<br />- Guidelines for anesthesia and moderate sedation in context to the procedures.<br /><br />Throughout, the document emphasizes best practices for clinical documentation, ensuring coding accuracy, and maintaining compliance with regulatory and billing standards, offering a comprehensive guide for professionals involved in cardiovascular procedure coding.

Keywords

pulmonary thrombectomies

coronary interventions

medical coding

CEU guidelines

pulmonary angiography

mechanical thrombectomy

heart catheterizations

coding hierarchy

clinical documentation

regulatory compliance