C9797 – Vascular embolization or occlusion procedure with use of a pressure-generating catheter (e.g., one-way valve or occlusion balloon, intermittently or temporarily occluding), inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for tumors, organ ischemia, or infarction

Long description

Vascular embolization or occlusion procedure with use of a pressure-generating catheter (e.g., one-way valve or occlusion balloon, intermittently or temporarily occluding), inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for tumors, organ ischemia, or infarction

Short description

Vasc emb/occ w/prs cath

Pricing indicator

53 Statute

Medicare coverage

D Special coverage instructions apply

BETOS category

P1G Major procedure - other

ASC

Approved for ambulatory surgical centers

Added

January 1, 2024

Last change

October 1, 2026 – Long description changed

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