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CCI Update:

Version 8.3 Alters Cardiology Injection Coding

Published on Tue Oct 01, 2002

The latest Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) edits  version 8.3, effective Oct. 1 to Dec. 31  could change the way you code cardiology imaging procedures that include injections.

According to the American College of Cardiology, the edits fall into three categories:

  • Those that will not allow codes for insertion of a needle or catheter into an artery or vein to be reported in conjunction with aortography, angiography, transluminal atherectomy, and many nuclear cardiology procedures

  • Those that establish reporting standards for coronary artery procedures. For any vascular site, only the most extensive procedures can be reported

  • Those that prevent the reporting of electrocardiograms (ECGs) and rhythm ECGs when performed in conjunction with many electrophysiology procedures.

    Editor's note: Look for an in-depth article on the CCI edits in the November issue of Cardiology Coding Alert.

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