The Australian Institute of Medical Administration and Compliance
A PICC line insertion is performed by a nurse/nurse practitioner and radiographer, including imaging (Fluoroscopy + Digital Subtraction Angiography of thorax). Post examination, a radiologist reviews the images and confirms the positioning and readiness of the PICC line. Noting that the initial catheterisation procedure (13815) cannot be claimed as a nurse performed the procedure, could the radiologist claim for the relevant DSA imaging charge (e.g. 60012)?
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