CPT® Code 75961

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Transcatheter retrieval, percutaneous, of intravascular foreign body (eg, fractured venous or arterial catheter), radiological supervision and interpretation

The CPT® Code 75961 refers to a specific medical procedure known as transcatheter retrieval of an intravascular foreign body, which may include items such as a fractured venous or arterial catheter. This procedure is performed percutaneously, meaning that it is done through the skin, typically using a small incision. During the procedure, a physician inserts a catheter into a blood vessel to access and remove the foreign body that has become lodged within the vascular system. The physician plays a crucial role in supervising the entire process, which involves the use of radiological techniques. This includes taking and interpreting X-ray images to visualize the blood vessel and the foreign body, ensuring accurate placement of the retrieval catheter and successful removal of the object. The combination of catheterization and radiological supervision is essential for the safe and effective execution of this procedure, minimizing risks and enhancing patient outcomes.