Biventricular pacemaker

Why This Topic Matters

Biventricular pacing introduced new billing questions for practices handling implantation, generator work, follow-up, and documentation. The article helps readers understand the scope of the coding discussion and the types of services and code sets involved.

Article Sections

1. Coding approach for biventricular pacemaker procedures

   Explains the general coding issue created by the newer pacing technology and discusses the broad reporting approach described by the source. The section focuses on how the procedure was being handled in relation to pacemaker and unlisted procedure coding.

2. Documentation and follow-up reporting

   Covers the documentation practices described for supporting claims and the related follow-up and imaging services mentioned in the article. It also addresses the general reporting context for visits after implantation.