Intracardiac Electrophysiological Procedures, 93618 (Q&A) (April 1999)

April 1999 page 10 Coding Consultation Intracardiac Electrophysiological Procedures, 93618 (Q&A) Question Can I report code 93618 for induction of arrhythmia by electrical pacing at the time of initial cardioverter defibrillator implantation or replacement programming (codes 93640 or 93641) ? AMA Comment No. The induction of arrhythmia(s) by electrical pacing (code 93618) is an integral component of initial cardioverter-defibrillator programming at the time of implantation or replacement. The procedures described by codes 93640 or 93641 always require the induction of arrhythmia. It is not appropriate to report code 93618 in addition to code 93640 or 93641. Intracardiac Electrophysiological Procedures...

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This April 1999 CPT Assistant Q&A reviews a coding question involving intracardiac electrophysiological procedures and cardioverter-defibrillator implantation or replacement programming. It is relevant to coders, auditors, and clinicians who need to understand the scope of the guidance and the relationship among the referenced CPT services. The article presents the AMA’s commentary on whether the topic service is separately reportable alongside the programming procedures discussed.

Why This Topic Matters

This piece helps readers determine whether the article applies to coding questions involving electrophysiology and device programming, while signaling that the guidance is specific to CPT reporting and an AMA coding consultation format.

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  1. Coding Consultation

    An AMA coding consultation presenting a question-and-answer format on intracardiac electrophysiology and related device programming services.

What You Will Learn

  • The scope of the coding question addressed in the AMA consultation
  • How the article frames electrophysiology services in relation to cardioverter-defibrillator programming
  • The type of CPT guidance provided in a brief Q&A format from CPT Assistant 1999 content
  • Whether the topic is relevant to device implantation, replacement, and programming scenarios

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Coding auditors
  • Revenue cycle staff
  • Cardiology and electrophysiology practices
  • Compliance professionals

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