July 2008 page 13
Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging), 75809 (Q&A)
Question: What is the appropriate code to report for
implanted pump catheter dye studies? The patient is not
getting pain relief, and an intrathecal catheter is evaluated
for dislodgement, discontinuity, or kinking. Contrast is
injected through the catheter with fluoroscopic guidance
to identify a potential problem.
Answer: It is appropriate to report code 75809, Shuntogram
for investigation of previously placed indwelling nonvascular
shunt (eg, LeVeen shunt, ventriculoperitoneal shunt,
indwelling infusion pump), radiological supervision and interpretation,
for the radiologic supervision and interpretation
(RSI) portion of such a procedure...
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Article Overview
This article presents a radiology coding question and answer focused on diagnostic imaging services used to evaluate implanted pump catheter systems and related nonvascular shunt procedures. It explains the general reporting framework for the imaging supervision/interpretation component and discusses when additional imaging services may be relevant. The piece is intended for radiology coders, billing staff, and clinicians who need to understand how this type of imaging guidance is addressed in CPT® Assistant content from July 2008.
Why This Topic Matters
Correctly identifying the reporting framework for these studies affects radiology coding, charge capture, and documentation review for implanted catheter and shunt-related imaging services.
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July 2008 page 13
A Q&A-format radiology coding discussion from the July 2008 issue, centered on diagnostic imaging services for implanted catheter and nonvascular shunt evaluation.
What You Will Learn
The general topic area addressed in the July 2008 radiology Q&A
How the article frames imaging supervision and interpretation for certain nonvascular shunt studies
Which broad service components are discussed for implanted pump catheter dye studies
When the article indicates that additional imaging modalities may be relevant
Who Should Read This
Radiology coders
Medical billing staff
Compliance auditors
Physicians involved in imaging procedures
Coding educators
Codes Discussed
CPT: 75809
CPT: 61070
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