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33221 - Insertion of pacemaker pulse generator only; with existing multiple leads

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Procedure / ServiceInsertion of pacemaker pulse generator only; with existing multiple leads
Procedure / Service Description

(includes removal of previously placed pulse generator, testing of existing lead, insertion of new lead, - (includes removal of previously placed pulse generator, testing of existing lead, insertion of new lead, insertion of new pulse generator) 33221 Insertion of pacemaker pulse generator only; with existing multiple leads 33224 Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, with attachment to previously placed pacemaker or implantable defibrillator pulse generator (including revision of pocket, removal,

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