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33928 - Removal and replacement of total replacement heart system (artificial heart)

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Procedure / ServiceRemoval and replacement of total replacement heart system (artificial heart)
Procedure / Service Description

Code NAME/DESCRIPTION COMMENTS - when performed 33927 Implantation of a total replacement heart system (artificial heart) with recipient cardiectomy 33928 Removal and replacement of total replacement heart system (artificial heart) 33929 Removal of a total replacement heart system (artificial heart) for heart transplantation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

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