If the device is interrogated, code z45.018 would be reported as. **report with icd10 procedure code on october 1, 2015. Based on our directions for use, the watchman procedure involves use of tee imaging as follows:
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The appropriate icd10 procedure code for reporting the watchman implant is 02l73dk:
It is exempt from poa reporting and.
Appropriate candidacy for the watchman device. Device selection should be based on accurate laa measurements obtained using echocardiographic imaging guidance (tee recommended) in multiple angles (e.g., 0o, 45o,. It excludes complications of cardiac and vascular devices, implants. Several devices have been studied for laa occlusion, including but not limited to the watchman® laa system, the cardioblate® closure device, the amplatzer™ cardiac plug, the amplatzer™.
