Wiki Help with code 33256 (MAZE)

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This code states 'with use of cardiopulmonary bypass'. However, you are not allowed to code this with codes 33510-33523, and codes 33533-33548. (bypass codes). Ingenix coding tips suggest the procedure should be reported as 33999 (unlisted) when performed with bypass. Why have a code "used with bypass" when you are not allowed to use it? Is there a way around this mess? How do you code a MAZE with bypass? Thanks:confused:
 
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Check out codes 33257-33259 these are maze codes w/ bypass
 
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