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AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2017 Issue 3; Ask the Editor
Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Removal
A patient was transferred to our facility status post placement of an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) due to persistent cardiogenic shock. The patient subsequently underwent bedside removal of the IABP. The IABP was disconnected and the catheter and sheath were withdrawn. A Fem-Stop was then applied. What is the appropriate ICD-10-PCS code assignment for removal of an IABP performed at bedside?
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