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Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for portal decompression procedures on arteries and veins.
CPT Code 37140
CPT 37140 describes open portocaval venous anastomosis.
CPT Code 37145
CPT 37145 describes an open venous anastomosis of the renoportal.
CPT Code 37160
CPT 37160 describes an open venous anastomosis between the caval and mesenteric veins.
CPT Code 37180
CPT 37180 describes open venous anastomosis of the splenorenal proximal.
CPT Code 37181
CPT 37181 describes open venous anastomosis of the splenorenal, with distal selective decompression of esophagogastric varices using any technique.
CPT Code 37182
CPT 37182 describes inserting a transvenous intrahepatic portosystemic shunt(s) (TIPS), which includes venous access, hepatic and portal vein catheterization, and portography with hemodynamic evaluation, intrahepatic tract formation/dilatation, stent placement, and all associated imaging guidance and documentation.
CPT Code 37183
CPT 37183 describes revising a transvenous intrahepatic portosystemic shunt, including venous access, hepatic and portal vein catheterization, portography with hemodynamic evaluation, intrahepatic tract recannulization/dilatation, stent placement, and all associated imaging guidance and documentation.
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