Question:
When the patient is scheduled for a right ventricular lead insertion on her pacemaker, is CPT® code 33216 the only code for which I would need authorization? The diagnosis is right ventricular lead failure.
Answer:
Yes, the correct CPT code is 33216 (insertion of a single transvenous electrode, permanent pacemaker or implantable defibrillator). You should also get pre-authorization for codes 33234 or 33235 if the defective lead is removed.
| 33234 | Removal of transvenous pacemaker electrode(s); single lead system, atrial or ventricular |
| 33235 | dual lead system |
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