Wiki How to read "include" and "exclude" in the book

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I'm taking exam and learning to go in depth on reading the CPT book.

36100-36218
INCLUDES introduction of catheter and cath of all lesser order vessels used for approach
local anesthesia, placement of catheter needle, injection of contrast, power injections, pre and post injection care

EXCLUDES angiography 36222-36228, 75600-75774
angioplasty 37246,37247
chemotherapy injections
injection procedures for cardiac cath 93455, 93457,93459,93461, 93530-93533,93564

I am curious as to why the exclude skipped 93454, 93458, 93460.

And does that mean that if you use 93454, 93458, 93460 then you're not allowed to use 36100-36218 and
if it is in the exclude 93455,93457,93459,93461...then you can use 36100-36218.

Thanks for your help and advice.
 
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