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crazycityslicker · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

List an example of a mechanical circulatory device and the subcategory where the code would be found for this procedure.

Question 2

For the following questions, use an ICD-9-CM code book and select the appropriate code(s) for the diagnostic phrases given.

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tranoy · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

37.6X, Implantation of Heart Assist System, would include coding of heart pumps, balloon catheters that pump blood into the arteries of the heart, and other mechanical circulatory devices.

Answer to Question 2

710.0, 405.99