On Demand: Vascular Coding Series 2: EVAR/FEVAR/TEVAR and Other Open Aneurysms-Q&A

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The document is a Q&A series on vascular coding related to procedures such as EVAR, FEVAR, TEVAR, and other open aneurysms. Some of the key points addressed include coding for specific procedures like Bolton Trio Graft, renal cath placement, femoral access repair after EVAR, delayed extensions, TAVR conversions, and carotid artery bypasses in relation to TEVAR. It also highlights differences between procedures like TBE and TEVAR, open subclavian to carotid artery bypass coding, zone arch replacement, and dealing with various types of aortic procedures like Bentall, David, and Yacoub. The document emphasizes the importance of accurate documentation to ensure correct coding, such as identifying specific procedures like Bentall based on valve placement and looking for key indicators like coronary buttons for David and Yacoub procedures. Overall, it provides coding guidance and clarifications for complex vascular procedures to assist medical coders in accurately assigning appropriate codes for billing purposes.

Keywords

vascular coding

EVAR

TEVAR

Bolton Trio Graft

TAVR conversions

carotid artery bypass

aortic procedures

Bentall procedure

David procedure

medical coders