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33262 - Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse

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Procedure / ServiceRemoval of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse
Procedure / Service Description

Code NAME/DESCRIPTION COMMENTS - 33249 Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber 33262 Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; single lead system 33263 Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse

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