Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)/Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) (33361-33365, 0318T) (January 2013)

Why This Topic Matters

The article addresses a major CPT code update for a complex cardiovascular procedure and summarizes related reporting issues that can affect claims submission, code selection, and documentation review.

Article Sections

1. January 2013 pages 6-8

   Introductory material identifying the publication timing and page range for the CPT Assistant guidance.

2. Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)/Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)

   Overview of the CPT 2013 code changes for transcatheter aortic valve replacement and the procedural approaches addressed in the article. The section also introduces related add-on bypass services and the transition from earlier Category III reporting.

3. Coding Tip

   General coding notes about included imaging and supervision components associated with the procedure.

4. Two Physicians Required

   Discussion of the co-surgeon structure for the procedure and the broader team-based skill set referenced in the guidance.

5. Supravalvular Aortography (93567)

   Guidance on how supravalvular aortography and other catheterization-related services are discussed in relation to the procedure and same-session reporting issues.

6. Coding Tip

   Additional notes concerning imaging supervision and the relationship between aortography reporting and the transcatheter valve procedures.

7. Frequently Asked Questions

   A set of FAQ-style comparisons between the new transcatheter valve replacement guidance and other cardiovascular, thoracic, and imaging services. The section also addresses related reporting topics and common scenario-based questions.