CPT® Code 37242

Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; arterial, other than hemorrhage or tumor (eg, congenital or acquired arterial malformations, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulas, aneurysms, pseudoaneurysms)

The CPT® Code 37242 refers to a specific medical procedure known as vascular embolization or occlusion. This procedure is performed to block or occlude blood flow in an affected artery, which may be necessary for various reasons, including the treatment of congenital or acquired arterial malformations, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulas, aneurysms, and pseudoaneurysms. The procedure is comprehensive, as it includes all necessary radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance required to successfully complete the intervention. The use of imaging techniques, such as angiography, is critical in identifying the affected blood vessel and determining the optimal approach for access and treatment. This ensures that the physician can accurately target the area needing intervention, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of the embolization or occlusion process.