Thrombolytic Infusion

Question:

If a thrombolytic infusion catheter is placed and later in the day it is removed for an interventional procedure and then replaced after the procedure, what is the correct code to report?

Answer:

CPT code 37211 is for the entire day of initial thrombolytic therapy. No additional code would be billed for catheter replacement on the same day.

*This response is based on the best information available as of 7/17/25.