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33272 - CID Removal of subcutaneous implantable defibrillator electrode

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Procedure / ServiceCID Removal of subcutaneous implantable defibrillator electrode
Procedure / Service Description

Insertion or replacement of permanent subcutaneous implantable defibrillator system, with subcutaneous electrode, - and programming or CID 33271 Insertion of subcutaneous implantable defibrillator electrode Yes CID 33272 Removal of subcutaneous implantable defibrillator electrode Yes CID 33273 Repositioning of previously implanted subcutaneous implantable defibrillator electrode Yes Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance

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