CPT code 93453 refers to a procedure that involves taking a look at the heart’s blood flow and chambers by using thin tube-like instruments. CPT 93453 represents “Combined right and left heart catheterization including intraprocedural injection(s) for left ventriculography, imaging supervision and interpretation, when performed.”
Procedure Explanation:
This procedure, known as a combined right and left heart catheterization, allows doctors to examine how well your heart is pumping and how its blood vessels are functioning. During this procedure, a doctor inserts tiny tubes into the heart to take images and check the heart’s health. It includes a special type of imaging called left ventriculography, but does not cover treatments that may be needed based on the results.
Common Names:
- Heart Cath
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Right and Left Heart Cath
Relative Value Units (RVU):
The RVUs associated with this code are 5.99.
How This Procedure Appears:
- Operating Room Schedule Name: Heart catheterization with imaging
- Surgical Consent Form Name: Heart catheterization including ventriculography
Typical Patients and Diagnoses:
This procedure is commonly used for patients who may have symptoms such as chest pain or shortness of breath, which could suggest a problem with the heart or its blood vessels. It can help diagnose conditions like coronary artery disease, where the heart’s blood vessels become narrowed or blocked, or heart valve problems.
Associated ICD-10 Codes:
- I25.10: This code is used for coronary artery disease without an angina diagnosis, meaning the heart’s blood vessels are diseased but the patient does not have chest pain.
- I50.9: This indicates heart failure, a condition where the heart doesn’t pump blood as well as it should.
- I34.0: This code represents aortic valve insufficiency, which means the valve between the heart and the main artery isn’t closing properly.
Summary
In summary, code 93453 describes a procedure where doctors assess heart function and blood flow using catheterization and imaging techniques. Typical ICD-10 codes associated with 93453 include I25.10 (Coronary artery disease) and I50.9 (Heart failure).
Disclaimer
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