Title: DRG 470
Cardiac Defibrillator Implant without Cardiac Catheterization without MCC
Cardiac defibrillator implant without cardiac catheterization without major complication or comorbidity (MCC) is identified as diagnosis-related group (DRG) 227. This Medicare Severity (MS) DRG is an electronic device designed to detect and treat life-threatening tachyarrhythmias. The device consists of a pulse generator and electrodes for sensing and defibrillating. The purpose of this module is to educate providers on this DRG so claims can be submitted correctly to Palmetto GBA. Select each section below for more on DRG 227!
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Cardiac Procedures Checklist (JJ)