Prior Auth Required

33281 - Repositioning of phrenic nerve stimulator transvenous lead(s)

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Prior authorizationPrior Auth Required
Procedure / ServiceRepositioning of phrenic nerve stimulator transvenous lead(s)
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, 33280 and interrogation and programming, when performed; pulse generator only 33281 Repositioning of phrenic nerve stimulator transvenous lead(s) 33285 Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming Removal and replacement of phrenic nerve stimulator, including vessel catheterization, all

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