primary procedure) Pacemaker Generator Only Changeouts CPT®1 Codes Description Generator only changeout of single lead Pacemaker 33227 Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; single lead system Generator only changeout of dual lead Pacemaker
I would code as a multi-lead change-out (33229) and left ventricular lead add-on (33225). A dual chamber generator is not the same as a BiV generator.
Repositioning of left Ventricular lead 33226 Repositioning of previously implanted cardiac venous system (left ventricular) electrode (including removal, insertion and/or replacement of existing generator) Generator Removal Procedures CPT®1 Codes Description Removal of Pacemaker Generator 33233 Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator only
A standard multilayer closure was used. Patient tolerated procedure well. I would code as a multi-lead change-out (33229) and left ventricular lead add-on (33225). A dual chamber generator is not the same as a BiV generator.
When the pulse generator is replaced and the new generator is attached to the existing subcutaneous lead, the procedure is reported with code 33262 (Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; single lead system).
CPT® 33249, Under Pacemaker or Implantable Defibrillator Procedures. The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 33249 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Pacemaker or Implantable Defibrillator Procedures.
33206 Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial.
upgrade of ICD to biventricular system 33263 OR 33264 for replacement of the generator. You should choose between the 33263 and 33264 based on the # of final existing lead(s).
33228. Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system. For OPPS billing, add the HCPCS code for the implanted device: C2619.
CPT® Code 33213 in section: Insertion of pacemaker pulse generator only.
A9. IC: Use CPT® code 33224: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, with attachment to previously placed pacemaker or implantable defibrillator pulse generator (includes revision of pocket, removal, insertion, and/or replacement of existing generator).
Group 1CodeDescription33249INSERTION OR REPLACEMENT OF PERMANENT IMPLANTABLE DEFIBRILLATOR SYSTEM, WITH TRANSVENOUS LEAD(S), SINGLE OR DUAL CHAMBER33262REMOVAL OF IMPLANTABLE DEFIBRILLATOR PULSE GENERATOR WITH REPLACEMENT OF IMPLANTABLE DEFIBRILLATOR PULSE GENERATOR; SINGLE LEAD SYSTEM23 more rows
Pacemaker or Implantable Defibrillator ProceduresCPT® 33241, Under Pacemaker or Implantable Defibrillator Procedures. The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 33241 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Pacemaker or Implantable Defibrillator Procedures.
INSERTION OF NEW OR REPLACEMENT OF PERMANENT PACEMAKER WITH TRANSVENOUS ELECTRODE(S); VENTRICULAR. 33208. INSERTION OF NEW OR REPLACEMENT OF PERMANENT PACEMAKER WITH TRANSVENOUS ELECTRODE(S); ATRIAL AND VENTRICULAR.
33220 Repair of 2 transvenous electrodes for permanent pacemaker or implantable defibrillator.
33227 Removal of permanent pacemaker with replacement of pacemaker; single lead system for removal of the pulse generator and a code for the insertion of the pulse generator. CPT copyright American Medical Association.
Providers can indicate that a service or procedure has been altered by a specific circumstance but has not changed in its definition or code. For example, modifiers may be used to report:
Add-on codes are always performed in addition to the primary service or procedure and must never be reported as a stand-alone code. These codes are designated with the + symbol.
The Cardiac Pacemakers, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICD), Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy and Implantable/Insertable Cardiac Monitors (ICM) Coding Guide is intended to provide reimbursement educational information tied to use of these products when used consistently with the products' labeling. This guide includes information regarding coverage, coding and reimbursement, as well as general information regarding appealing denied claims and supporting documentation.
In certain circumstances, an additional lead may be required to achieve pacing of the left ventricle (biventricular pacing). In this event, the additional transvenous lead placement should be separately reported using 33224 or 33225. 33226 is reported for repositioning. See the Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy section, pages 27-38, for more information.
Diagnosis codes are used by both hospitals and physicians to document the indication for the procedure. For Cardiac Pacemaker, Implantable Cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) and Implantable/Insertable Cardiac Monitors (ICM) patients, there are many possible diagnosis code scenarios and a wide variety of possible combinations. The possible scenarios and combinations are too numerous to capture in this document. The customer should check with their local carriers or intermediaries and should consult with legal counsel or a financial, coding or reimbursement specialist for coding, reimbursement or billing questions related to ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes.
Effective January 1, 2020, the code for the technical component of remote monitoring for Implantable Cardiovascular Physiologic Monitoring Systems and Implantable/Insertable Cardiac Monitors (ICMs), CPT Code 93299, will be deleted. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) created a new G-code, G2066, to report this service. G2066 can be reported by physicians and outpatient hospitals. G2066 will continue to be carrier-priced, as 93299 was, and the description of the code will be the same. See pages 49 and 53 for more information.
Add-on code 33225 can be performed when medically appropriate with the primary service/procedure codes listed below. Add-on codes may not be reported as a stand-alone and must be billed when performed in conjunction with the primary service or procedure. Add-on codes qualify for separate payment for physicians and are not subject to the Physician Multiple Payment Reduction Rule.