Prior Auth Required

33279 - lead(s) only

This procedure appears on the selected insurer prior authorization source.

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Procedure / Servicelead(s) only
Procedure / Service Description

Removal of phrenic nerve stimulator, including vessel catheterization, all imaging guidance, - Removal of phrenic nerve stimulator, including vessel catheterization, all imaging guidance, and interrogation and programming, when performed; transvenous stimulation or sensing 33279 lead(s) only Removal of phrenic nerve stimulator, including vessel catheterization, all imaging guidance, 33280 and interrogation and programming, when performed; pulse generator only

Likely documents
  • Confirm benefit details
  • Submit clinical notes if requested by the plan
Next actions
  • Confirm the current plan policy before submission.
  • Use the insurer authorization workflow for this listed code.