CPT code 37191, 37192 & 37193 Vena Cava Filter Coding tips

Superb tips for coding Intravascular Vena Cava Filter

Basics of CPT code 37191, 37192 & 37193 An inferior vena cava (IVC) filter is placed most commonly for refractory deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism or when anticoagulation is contraindicated. We have different procedure codes for insertion (CPT code 37191), reposition (CPT code 37192) and retrieval (CPT code 37193) of intravascular vena cava filter.  The physician uses a needle to take access in the femoral (or internal jugular) vein and then advances a guide wire through this needle. The physician then passes the filter through the introducer sheath into…

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