CPCI-0422 - Sequence # 8021 | (Severe Calcification)-0422 - Sequence # 8021

0422 - Sequence # 8021 | (Severe Calcification)

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Video Summary

In this video, the CAP PCI Registry Case Scenario for April 2022 is discussed. It focuses on sequence number 8021, Severe Calcification. The case involves a 71-year-old male with a history of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes mellitus, and a previous PCI. He presents to the emergency department with chest discomfort during stress testing. An angiogram reveals a densely fibrotic calcified proximal LAD that is about 70 to 80% stenosed. The lesion is treated with orbital atherectomy. The video explains that for coding sequence number 8021 Severe Calcification, there must be specific documentation of severe calcification associated with the treated lesion. Synonymous terms such as extreme, heavy, or critical can support coding yes, but if there is no specific documentation, clarification should be sought from the interventionalist.

Keywords

CAP PCI Registry Case Scenario

April 2022

sequence number 8021

Severe Calcification

orbital atherectomy