CPT® Code 0801T

Transcatheter removal and replacement of permanent dual-chamber leadless pacemaker, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, right atrial angiography, right ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed; dual-chamber system (ie, right atrial and right ventricular pacemaker components)

The procedure described by CPT® Code 0801T involves the transcatheter removal and replacement of a permanent dual-chamber leadless pacemaker. This advanced cardiac device is designed to regulate heart rhythms without the need for traditional leads, which are typically used in conventional pacemakers. The dual-chamber system consists of components that stimulate both the right atrium and right ventricle, ensuring synchronized heart function. The removal and replacement process is performed when the battery life of the pacemaker is depleted, necessitating intervention to maintain effective cardiac pacing. The procedure incorporates various imaging guidance techniques, such as fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, right atrial angiography, right ventriculography, and femoral venography, to facilitate accurate navigation and placement of the device. Additionally, device evaluation methods, including interrogation or programming, may be performed to ensure the pacemaker is functioning correctly post-implantation. This comprehensive approach allows for a minimally invasive solution to manage patients with pacing needs, enhancing their quality of life while minimizing recovery time associated with traditional surgical methods.