On Demand: Congenital Series, Part 2: Cardiac Catheterizations and Catheter-Based Interventional Services-Webinar Recording

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In a MedAxiom webcast, Jamie Quimby, Director of Coding, and Michelle Platt, Specialty Coder, focused on the second part of their Congenital Cardiology series, centering on cardiac catheterizations (caths) and catheter-based interventional services. The session aimed to clarify coding for congenital cardiac caths, emphasizing that all procedures are considered congenital unless all congenital disease aspects are resolved via heart transplant. They provided extensive guidelines on coding based on normal vs. abnormal native connections and addressed coding for various scenarios like heart transplants. Several case studies were discussed to illustrate proper coding applications for procedures like atrial septostomy and balloon angioplasty. The seminar covered essential procedural codes and add-ons, emphasizing the importance of clear and specific documentation for accurate coding and billing. The necessity to document transseptal punctures, pulmonary procedures, and complex interventions like stenting or arterial balloon placement was highlighted. Additionally, the presenters discussed frequently asked questions about coding practices, including billing distinctions between congenital and non-congenital cases and the complexities of specific procedures like the melody valve implantation and pulmonary artery treatments. Resources such as MedAxiom coding cards were offered to support coders in adhering to correct practices. The session stressed adherence to CPT guidelines and maintaining detailed documentation to support medical necessity, particularly when interventions and diagnostic procedures are performed concurrently. The webcast was a follow-up to a previous session, with materials available through their online platform for further reference and CEU credit.

Keywords

Congenital Cardiology

Cardiac Catheterizations

Coding Guidelines

Heart Transplant

Atrial Septostomy

Balloon Angioplasty

Transseptal Punctures

Melody Valve Implantation

Pulmonary Artery Treatments

CPT Guidelines

MedAxiom Coding