Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) (November 2007)

November 2007 page 9-end Coding Communication:Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Question: What is the appropriate CPT code to report for the performance of radiofrequency (RF) perforation with static balloon atrial septostomy? Answer: RF technique for septal perforation is another method for performing a transseptal procedure that must precede a balloon atrial septostomy (reported with code 92992, Atrial septectomy or septostomy; transvenous method, balloon [eg, Rashkind type] [includes cardiac catheterization]). Therefore, only code 92992 should be reported because the transseptal perforation procedure is inherent to the septostomy procedure, and can be performed using various methodologies, of which one is RF...

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This premium article addresses a diagnostic radiology coding question from November 2007 and explains the CPT reporting context for a cardiac septostomy scenario involving an RF-based septal perforation technique. It is useful for radiology coders, cardiology-related imaging teams, and auditors who need to understand the article’s coding scope and the type of guidance discussed without relying on the full text.

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  1. Coding Communication: Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging)

    A coding question-and-answer discussion focused on a radiology-related cardiac procedure scenario and its CPT reporting context.

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