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	Item No.	Description	Category	MBS Fee	DVA Fee
	38323	Note: (stable multi-vessel disease - 3 coronary territories without selective angiography) the service only applies if the patient meets the requirements of the descriptor and the requirements of Note: TR.8.4 and TR.8.5 Percutaneous coronary intervention: (a) for a patient: (i) eligible for the service under clause 5.10.17C; and (ii) for whom selective coronary angiography has been completed in the previous 3 months; and (b) including any associated coronary angiography; and (c) including either or both: (i) percutaneous angioplasty; and (ii) transluminal insertion of one or more stents; and (d) performed on 3 coronary vascular territories; and (e) excluding aftercare; other than a service associated with a service to which item 38200, 38203, 38206, 38244, 38247, 38248, 38249, 38251, 38252, 38307, 38308, 38310, 38311, 38313, 38314, 38316, 38317, 38319, 38320 or 38322 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$2722.10	$2653.10 ▼
Item Number 38323 Fee Comparison MBS $2722.10 → DVA $2653.10 -$69.00 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $3714.55 Full Description Note: (stable multi-vessel disease - 3 coronary territories without selective angiography) the service only applies if the patient meets the requirements of the descriptor and the requirements of Note: TR.8.4 and TR.8.5 Percutaneous coronary intervention: (a) for a patient: (i) eligible for the service under clause 5.10.17C; and (ii) for whom selective coronary angiography has been completed in the previous 3 months; and (b) including any associated coronary angiography; and (c) including either or both: (i) percutaneous angioplasty; and (ii) transluminal insertion of one or more stents; and (d) performed on 3 coronary vascular territories; and (e) excluding aftercare; other than a service associated with a service to which item 38200, 38203, 38206, 38244, 38247, 38248, 38249, 38251, 38252, 38307, 38308, 38310, 38311, 38313, 38314, 38316, 38317, 38319, 38320 or 38322 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38325	Use of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) during transluminal insertion of stents, to optimise procedural strategy, appropriate stent size and assessment of stent apposition, for a patient documented with: (a) one or more left main coronary artery lesions; or (b) one or more lesions at least 28mm in length in other locations; if performed in association with a service to which item 38307, 38308, 38310, 38311, 38313, 38314, 38316, 38317, 38319, 38320, 38322 or 38323 applies Applicable once per episode of care (for one or more lesions) (H) (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$553.15	$539.15 ▼
Item Number 38325 Fee Comparison MBS $553.15 → DVA $539.15 -$14.00 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $754.85 Full Description Use of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) during transluminal insertion of stents, to optimise procedural strategy, appropriate stent size and assessment of stent apposition, for a patient documented with: (a) one or more left main coronary artery lesions; or (b) one or more lesions at least 28mm in length in other locations; if performed in association with a service to which item 38307, 38308, 38310, 38311, 38313, 38314, 38316, 38317, 38319, 38320, 38322 or 38323 applies Applicable once per episode of care (for one or more lesions) (H) (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38326	Use of optical coherence tomography (OCT) during transluminal insertion of stents, to optimise procedural strategy, appropriate stent size and assessment of stent apposition, if: (a) the patient is documented with: (i) one or more lesions located at a bifurcation; and (ii) a planned side branch at least 2.5 mm in diameter by angiographic visual estimation; or (b) the patient is documented with stent thrombosis; or (c) both: (i) the patient is documented with one or more lesions at least 28mm in length; and (ii) either of the following apply: (A) a service to which this item applies is not performed in association with a service to which item 38325 applies because of paragraph (b) of that item; (B) a service to which this item applies is not performed, in relation to a lesion, in association with a service to which item 38325 applies because of paragraph (a) of that item, performed in relation to the same lesion; if performed in association with a service to which item 38307, 38308, 38310, 38311, 38313, 38314, 38316, 38317, 38319, 38320, 38322 or 38323 applies Applicable once per episode of care (for one or more lesions) (H)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$553.15	$539.15 ▼
Item Number 38326 Fee Comparison MBS $553.15 → DVA $539.15 -$14.00 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $754.85 Full Description Use of optical coherence tomography (OCT) during transluminal insertion of stents, to optimise procedural strategy, appropriate stent size and assessment of stent apposition, if: (a) the patient is documented with: (i) one or more lesions located at a bifurcation; and (ii) a planned side branch at least 2.5 mm in diameter by angiographic visual estimation; or (b) the patient is documented with stent thrombosis; or (c) both: (i) the patient is documented with one or more lesions at least 28mm in length; and (ii) either of the following apply: (A) a service to which this item applies is not performed in association with a service to which item 38325 applies because of paragraph (b) of that item; (B) a service to which this item applies is not performed, in relation to a lesion, in association with a service to which item 38325 applies because of paragraph (a) of that item, performed in relation to the same lesion; if performed in association with a service to which item 38307, 38308, 38310, 38311, 38313, 38314, 38316, 38317, 38319, 38320, 38322 or 38323 applies Applicable once per episode of care (for one or more lesions) (H) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38350	SINGLE CHAMBER PERMANENT TRANSVENOUS ELECTRODE, insertion, removal or replacement of, including cardiac electrophysiological services where used for pacemaker implantation (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$764.40	$745.05 ▼
Item Number 38350 Fee Comparison MBS $764.40 → DVA $745.05 -$19.35 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $979.80 Full Description SINGLE CHAMBER PERMANENT TRANSVENOUS ELECTRODE, insertion, removal or replacement of, including cardiac electrophysiological services where used for pacemaker implantation (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38353	PERMANENT CARDIAC PACEMAKER, insertion, removal or replacement of, not for cardiac resynchronisation therapy, including cardiac electrophysiological services where used for pacemaker implantation (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$305.75	$298.00 ▼
Item Number 38353 Fee Comparison MBS $305.75 → DVA $298.00 -$7.75 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $392.10 Full Description PERMANENT CARDIAC PACEMAKER, insertion, removal or replacement of, not for cardiac resynchronisation therapy, including cardiac electrophysiological services where used for pacemaker implantation (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38356	DUAL CHAMBER PERMANENT TRANSVENOUS ELECTRODES, insertion, removal or replacement of, including cardiac electrophysiological services where used for pacemaker implantation (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$1002.20	$976.80 ▼
Item Number 38356 Fee Comparison MBS $1002.20 → DVA $976.80 -$25.40 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $1284.45 Full Description DUAL CHAMBER PERMANENT TRANSVENOUS ELECTRODES, insertion, removal or replacement of, including cardiac electrophysiological services where used for pacemaker implantation (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38358	Extraction of one or more chronically implanted transvenous pacing or defibrillator leads, by percutaneous method, with locking stylets and snares, with extraction sheaths (if any), if: (a) the leads have been in place for more than 6 months and require removal; and (b) the service is performed: (i) in association with a service to which item 61109 or 60509 applies; and (ii) by a specialist or consultant physician who has undertaken the training to perform the service; and (iii) in a facility where cardiothoracic surgery is available and a thoracotomy can be performed immediately and without transfer; and (c) if the service is performed by an interventional cardiologist—a cardiothoracic surgeon is in attendance during the service (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$3432.75	$3345.75 ▼
Item Number 38358 Fee Comparison MBS $3432.75 → DVA $3345.75 -$87.00 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $4838.10 Full Description Extraction of one or more chronically implanted transvenous pacing or defibrillator leads, by percutaneous method, with locking stylets and snares, with extraction sheaths (if any), if: (a) the leads have been in place for more than 6 months and require removal; and (b) the service is performed: (i) in association with a service to which item 61109 or 60509 applies; and (ii) by a specialist or consultant physician who has undertaken the training to perform the service; and (iii) in a facility where cardiothoracic surgery is available and a thoracotomy can be performed immediately and without transfer; and (c) if the service is performed by an interventional cardiologist—a cardiothoracic surgeon is in attendance during the service (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38359	PERICARDIUM, paracentesis of (excluding aftercare) (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$159.90	$155.85 ▼
Item Number 38359 Fee Comparison MBS $159.90 → DVA $155.85 -$4.05 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $225.55 RMFS Out-Hosp $218.20 Full Description PERICARDIUM, paracentesis of (excluding aftercare) (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38362	Intra-aortic balloon pump, percutaneous insertion of (H) (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$460.65	$449.00 ▼
Item Number 38362 Fee Comparison MBS $460.65 → DVA $449.00 -$11.65 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $590.60 RMFS Out-Hosp $628.60 Full Description Intra-aortic balloon pump, percutaneous insertion of (H) (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38365	Insertion, removal or replacement of permanent cardiac synchronisation device, if the patient: (a) has all of the following: (i) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class III or IV (despite optimised medical therapy); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35%; (iii) QRS duration of greater than or equal to 130 ms; or (b) has all of the following: (i) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class II (despite optimised medical therapy); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35%; (iii) QRS duration of greater than or equal to 150 ms; other than a service associated with a service to which item 38212 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$305.75	$298.00 ▼
Item Number 38365 Fee Comparison MBS $305.75 → DVA $298.00 -$7.75 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $372.65 Full Description Insertion, removal or replacement of permanent cardiac synchronisation device, if the patient: (a) has all of the following: (i) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class III or IV (despite optimised medical therapy); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35%; (iii) QRS duration of greater than or equal to 130 ms; or (b) has all of the following: (i) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class II (despite optimised medical therapy); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35%; (iii) QRS duration of greater than or equal to 150 ms; other than a service associated with a service to which item 38212 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38368	Insertion, removal or replacement of permanent transvenous left ventricular electrode, through the coronary sinus, for the purpose of cardiac resynchronisation therapy, including right heart catheterisation and any associated venograms, if the patient: (a) has all of the following: (i) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class III or IV (despite optimised medical therapy); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35%; (iii) QRS duration of greater than or equal to 130 ms; or (b) has all of the following: (i) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class II (despite optimised medical therapy); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35%; (iii) QRS duration of greater than or equal to 150 ms; other than a service associated with a service to which item 35200, 38200 or 38212 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$1465.75	$1428.60 ▼
Item Number 38368 Fee Comparison MBS $1465.75 → DVA $1428.60 -$37.15 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $1784.60 Full Description Insertion, removal or replacement of permanent transvenous left ventricular electrode, through the coronary sinus, for the purpose of cardiac resynchronisation therapy, including right heart catheterisation and any associated venograms, if the patient: (a) has all of the following: (i) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class III or IV (despite optimised medical therapy); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35%; (iii) QRS duration of greater than or equal to 130 ms; or (b) has all of the following: (i) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class II (despite optimised medical therapy); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35%; (iii) QRS duration of greater than or equal to 150 ms; other than a service associated with a service to which item 35200, 38200 or 38212 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38372	Leadless permanent cardiac pacemaker, single-chamber ventricular, percutaneous insertion of, for the treatment of bradycardia, including cardiac electrophysiological services (other than a service associated with a service to which item 38350 applies) (H) (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$902.85	$879.95 ▼
Item Number 38372 Fee Comparison MBS $902.85 → DVA $879.95 -$22.90 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $1232.05 Full Description Leadless permanent cardiac pacemaker, single-chamber ventricular, percutaneous insertion of, for the treatment of bradycardia, including cardiac electrophysiological services (other than a service associated with a service to which item 38350 applies) (H) (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38373	Leadless permanent cardiac pacemaker, single‑chamber ventricular, percutaneous retrieval and replacement of, including cardiac electrophysiological services, during the same percutaneous procedure, if: (a) the service is performed by a specialist or consultant physician who has undertaken training to perform the service; and (b) if the service is performed at least 4 weeks after the pacemaker was inserted—the service is performed in a facility where cardiothoracic surgery is available and a thoracotomy can be performed immediately and without transfer; and (c) if the service is performed by an interventional cardiologist at least 4 weeks after the pacemaker was inserted—a cardiothoracic surgeon is in attendance during the service; other than a service associated with a service to which item 38350 applies (H) (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$902.85	$879.95 ▼
Item Number 38373 Fee Comparison MBS $902.85 → DVA $879.95 -$22.90 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $1232.05 Full Description Leadless permanent cardiac pacemaker, single‑chamber ventricular, percutaneous retrieval and replacement of, including cardiac electrophysiological services, during the same percutaneous procedure, if: (a) the service is performed by a specialist or consultant physician who has undertaken training to perform the service; and (b) if the service is performed at least 4 weeks after the pacemaker was inserted—the service is performed in a facility where cardiothoracic surgery is available and a thoracotomy can be performed immediately and without transfer; and (c) if the service is performed by an interventional cardiologist at least 4 weeks after the pacemaker was inserted—a cardiothoracic surgeon is in attendance during the service; other than a service associated with a service to which item 38350 applies (H) (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38374	Leadless permanent cardiac pacemaker, single‑chamber ventricular, percutaneous retrieval of, if: (a) the service is performed by a specialist or consultant physician who has undertaken training to perform the service; and (b) if the service is performed at least 4 weeks after the pacemaker was inserted—the service is performed in a facility where cardiothoracic surgery is available and a thoracotomy can be performed immediately and without transfer; and (c) if the service is performed by an interventional cardiologist at least 4 weeks after the pacemaker was inserted—a cardiothoracic surgeon is in attendance during the service (H) (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$902.85	$879.95 ▼
Item Number 38374 Fee Comparison MBS $902.85 → DVA $879.95 -$22.90 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $1232.05 Full Description Leadless permanent cardiac pacemaker, single‑chamber ventricular, percutaneous retrieval of, if: (a) the service is performed by a specialist or consultant physician who has undertaken training to perform the service; and (b) if the service is performed at least 4 weeks after the pacemaker was inserted—the service is performed in a facility where cardiothoracic surgery is available and a thoracotomy can be performed immediately and without transfer; and (c) if the service is performed by an interventional cardiologist at least 4 weeks after the pacemaker was inserted—a cardiothoracic surgeon is in attendance during the service (H) (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38375	Leadless permanent cardiac pacemaker, single-chamber ventricular, explantation of, by open surgical approach (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$3378.70	$3293.10 ▼
Item Number 38375 Fee Comparison MBS $3378.70 → DVA $3293.10 -$85.60 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $4610.45 Full Description Leadless permanent cardiac pacemaker, single-chamber ventricular, explantation of, by open surgical approach (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38376	Percutaneous insertion of an intravascular microaxial ventricular assist device, into the left ventricle only, by arteriotomy, including all associated intraoperative imaging performed by the same practitioner, if: (a) the patient has deteriorating symptoms of cardiogenic shock (with no evidence of significant anoxic neurological injury) that are not controlled by optimal medical therapy; or (b) the patient: (i) is on veno‑arterial extra‑corporeal membrane oxygenation, for deteriorating symptoms of cardiogenic shock (with no evidence of significant anoxic neurological injury) that are not controlled by optimal medical therapy; and (ii) due to the effects of established veno‑arterial extra‑corporeal membrane oxygenation, requires unloading of the left ventricle (H) (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$754.35	$735.25 ▼
Item Number 38376 Fee Comparison MBS $754.35 → DVA $735.25 -$19.10 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $1029.35 Full Description Percutaneous insertion of an intravascular microaxial ventricular assist device, into the left ventricle only, by arteriotomy, including all associated intraoperative imaging performed by the same practitioner, if: (a) the patient has deteriorating symptoms of cardiogenic shock (with no evidence of significant anoxic neurological injury) that are not controlled by optimal medical therapy; or (b) the patient: (i) is on veno‑arterial extra‑corporeal membrane oxygenation, for deteriorating symptoms of cardiogenic shock (with no evidence of significant anoxic neurological injury) that are not controlled by optimal medical therapy; and (ii) due to the effects of established veno‑arterial extra‑corporeal membrane oxygenation, requires unloading of the left ventricle (H) (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38416	Endoscopic ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration biopsy or biopsies (endoscopy with ultrasound imaging) to obtain one or more specimens from either or both of the following: (a) mediastinal masses; (b) locoregional nodes to stage non-small cell lung carcinoma; other than a service associated with a service to which an item in Subgroup 1 of this Group, or item 38417 or 55054, applies (H) (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$674.30	$657.20 ▼
Item Number 38416 Fee Comparison MBS $674.30 → DVA $657.20 -$17.10 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $920.20 Full Description Endoscopic ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration biopsy or biopsies (endoscopy with ultrasound imaging) to obtain one or more specimens from either or both of the following: (a) mediastinal masses; (b) locoregional nodes to stage non-small cell lung carcinoma; other than a service associated with a service to which an item in Subgroup 1 of this Group, or item 38417 or 55054, applies (H) (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38417	Endobronchial ultrasound guided biopsy or biopsies (bronchoscopy with ultrasound imaging, with or without associated fluoroscopic imaging) to obtain one or more specimens by: (a) transbronchial biopsy or biopsies of peripheral lung lesions; or (b) fine needle aspirations of one or more mediastinal masses; or (c) fine needle aspirations of locoregional nodes to stage non-small cell lung carcinoma; other than a service associated with a service to which an item in Subgroup 1 of this Group, item 38416, 38420 or 38423, or an item in Subgroup 15 of Group I3, applies (H) (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$674.30	$657.20 ▼
Item Number 38417 Fee Comparison MBS $674.30 → DVA $657.20 -$17.10 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $920.20 Full Description Endobronchial ultrasound guided biopsy or biopsies (bronchoscopy with ultrasound imaging, with or without associated fluoroscopic imaging) to obtain one or more specimens by: (a) transbronchial biopsy or biopsies of peripheral lung lesions; or (b) fine needle aspirations of one or more mediastinal masses; or (c) fine needle aspirations of locoregional nodes to stage non-small cell lung carcinoma; other than a service associated with a service to which an item in Subgroup 1 of this Group, item 38416, 38420 or 38423, or an item in Subgroup 15 of Group I3, applies (H) (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38419	Bronchoscopy, as an independent procedure (H) (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$213.05	$207.65 ▼
Item Number 38419 Fee Comparison MBS $213.05 → DVA $207.65 -$5.40 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $323.65 Full Description Bronchoscopy, as an independent procedure (H) (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38420	Bronchoscopy with one or more endobronchial biopsies or other diagnostic or therapeutic procedures (H) (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$281.40	$274.25 ▼
Item Number 38420 Fee Comparison MBS $281.40 → DVA $274.25 -$7.15 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $427.10 Full Description Bronchoscopy with one or more endobronchial biopsies or other diagnostic or therapeutic procedures (H) (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38422	Bronchus, removal of foreign body in (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$440.10	$428.95 ▼
Item Number 38422 Fee Comparison MBS $440.10 → DVA $428.95 -$11.15 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $600.75 Full Description Bronchus, removal of foreign body in (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38423	Fibreoptic bronchoscopy with one or more transbronchial lung biopsies, with or without bronchial or broncho-alveolar lavage, with or without the use of interventional imaging (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$307.60	$299.80 ▼
Item Number 38423 Fee Comparison MBS $307.60 → DVA $299.80 -$7.80 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $419.75 Full Description Fibreoptic bronchoscopy with one or more transbronchial lung biopsies, with or without bronchial or broncho-alveolar lavage, with or without the use of interventional imaging (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38425	Endoscopic resection of endobronchial tumours for relief of obstruction including any associated endoscopic procedures, other than a service associated with a service to which another item in Group T8 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$723.25	$704.90 ▼
Item Number 38425 Fee Comparison MBS $723.25 → DVA $704.90 -$18.35 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $987.05 Full Description Endoscopic resection of endobronchial tumours for relief of obstruction including any associated endoscopic procedures, other than a service associated with a service to which another item in Group T8 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38426	Trachea or bronchus, dilatation of stricture and endoscopic insertion of stent (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$542.60	$528.85 ▼
Item Number 38426 Fee Comparison MBS $542.60 → DVA $528.85 -$13.75 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $755.45 Full Description Trachea or bronchus, dilatation of stricture and endoscopic insertion of stent (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38428	Bronchoscopy with treatment of tracheal stricture (H) (Anaes.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$295.10	$287.60 ▼
Item Number 38428 Fee Comparison MBS $295.10 → DVA $287.60 -$7.50 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $402.65 Full Description Bronchoscopy with treatment of tracheal stricture (H) (Anaes.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38429	Tracheal excision and repair of, without cardiopulmonary bypass (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$2059.75	$2007.55 ▼
Item Number 38429 Fee Comparison MBS $2059.75 → DVA $2007.55 -$52.20 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $2810.70 Full Description Tracheal excision and repair of, without cardiopulmonary bypass (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38431	Tracheal excision and repair of, with cardiopulmonary bypass (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$2786.00	$2715.40 ▼
Item Number 38431 Fee Comparison MBS $2786.00 → DVA $2715.40 -$70.60 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $3801.60 Full Description Tracheal excision and repair of, with cardiopulmonary bypass (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38461	TMVr, by transvenous or transeptal techniques, for permanent coaptation of mitral valve leaflets using one or more tissue approximation implants, including intra‑operative diagnostic imaging, if: (a) the patient has each of the following risk factors: (i) moderate to severe, or severe, symptomatic degenerative (primary) mitral valve regurgitation (grade 3+ or 4+); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of 20% or more; (iii) symptoms of mild, moderate or severe chronic heart failure (New York Heart Association class II, III or IV); and (b) as a result of a TMVr suitability case conference, the patient has been: (i) assessed as having an unacceptably high risk for surgical mitral valve replacement; and (ii) recommended as being suitable for the service; and (c) the service is performed: (i) by a cardiothoracic surgeon, or an interventional cardiologist, accredited by the TMVr accreditation committee to perform the service; and (ii) via transfemoral venous delivery, unless transfemoral venous delivery is contraindicated or not feasible; and (iii) in a hospital that is accredited by the TMVr accreditation committee as a suitable hospital for the service; and (d) a service to which this item, or item 38463, applies has not been provided to the patient in the previous 5 years (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$1714.25	$1670.80 ▼
Item Number 38461 Fee Comparison MBS $1714.25 → DVA $1670.80 -$43.45 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $2339.15 RMFS Out-Hosp $2339.15 Full Description TMVr, by transvenous or transeptal techniques, for permanent coaptation of mitral valve leaflets using one or more tissue approximation implants, including intra‑operative diagnostic imaging, if: (a) the patient has each of the following risk factors: (i) moderate to severe, or severe, symptomatic degenerative (primary) mitral valve regurgitation (grade 3+ or 4+); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of 20% or more; (iii) symptoms of mild, moderate or severe chronic heart failure (New York Heart Association class II, III or IV); and (b) as a result of a TMVr suitability case conference, the patient has been: (i) assessed as having an unacceptably high risk for surgical mitral valve replacement; and (ii) recommended as being suitable for the service; and (c) the service is performed: (i) by a cardiothoracic surgeon, or an interventional cardiologist, accredited by the TMVr accreditation committee to perform the service; and (ii) via transfemoral venous delivery, unless transfemoral venous delivery is contraindicated or not feasible; and (iii) in a hospital that is accredited by the TMVr accreditation committee as a suitable hospital for the service; and (d) a service to which this item, or item 38463, applies has not been provided to the patient in the previous 5 years (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38463	TMVr, by transvenous or transeptal techniques, for permanent coaptation of mitral valve leaflets using one or more Mitraclips™, including intra‑operative diagnostic imaging, if: (a) the patient has each of the following risk factors: (i) moderate to severe, or severe, symptomatic functional (secondary) mitral valve regurgitation (grade 3+ or 4+); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of 20% to 50%; (iii) left ventricular end systolic diameter of not more than 70mm; (iv) symptoms of mild, moderate or severe chronic heart failure (New York Heart Association class II, III or IV) that persist despite maximally tolerated guideline directed medical therapy; and (b) as a result of a TMVr suitability case conference, the patient has been: (i) assessed as having an unacceptably high risk for surgical mitral valve replacement; and (ii) recommended as being suitable for the service; and (c) the service is performed: (i) by a cardiothoracic surgeon, or an interventional cardiologist, accredited by the TMVr accreditation committee to perform the service; and (ii) via transfemoral venous delivery, unless transfemoral venous delivery is contraindicated or not feasible; and (iii) in a hospital that is accredited by the TMVr accreditation committee as a suitable hospital for the service; and (d) a service to which this item, or item 38461, applies has not been provided to the patient in the previous 5 years (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$1714.25	$1670.80 ▼
Item Number 38463 Fee Comparison MBS $1714.25 → DVA $1670.80 -$43.45 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $2339.15 RMFS Out-Hosp $2339.15 Full Description TMVr, by transvenous or transeptal techniques, for permanent coaptation of mitral valve leaflets using one or more Mitraclips™, including intra‑operative diagnostic imaging, if: (a) the patient has each of the following risk factors: (i) moderate to severe, or severe, symptomatic functional (secondary) mitral valve regurgitation (grade 3+ or 4+); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of 20% to 50%; (iii) left ventricular end systolic diameter of not more than 70mm; (iv) symptoms of mild, moderate or severe chronic heart failure (New York Heart Association class II, III or IV) that persist despite maximally tolerated guideline directed medical therapy; and (b) as a result of a TMVr suitability case conference, the patient has been: (i) assessed as having an unacceptably high risk for surgical mitral valve replacement; and (ii) recommended as being suitable for the service; and (c) the service is performed: (i) by a cardiothoracic surgeon, or an interventional cardiologist, accredited by the TMVr accreditation committee to perform the service; and (ii) via transfemoral venous delivery, unless transfemoral venous delivery is contraindicated or not feasible; and (iii) in a hospital that is accredited by the TMVr accreditation committee as a suitable hospital for the service; and (d) a service to which this item, or item 38461, applies has not been provided to the patient in the previous 5 years (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38467	Insertion, removal or replacement of permanent myocardial electrode, by open surgical approach, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$1147.10	$1118.05 ▼
Item Number 38467 Fee Comparison MBS $1147.10 → DVA $1118.05 -$29.05 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $1565.35 RMFS Out-Hosp $1565.30 Full Description Insertion, removal or replacement of permanent myocardial electrode, by open surgical approach, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38471	Insertion of implantable defibrillator, including insertion of patches for the insertion of one or more transvenous endocardial leads, if the patient has one of the following: (a) a history of haemodynamically significant ventricular arrhythmias in the presence of structural heart disease; (b) documented high-risk genetic cardiac disease; (c) ischaemic heart disease, with a left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 30% at least one month after experiencing a myocardial infarction and while on optimised medical therapy; (d) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class II or III, with a left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35% (despite optimised medical therapy); other than a service to which item 38212 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$1259.90	$1227.95 ▼
Item Number 38471 Fee Comparison MBS $1259.90 → DVA $1227.95 -$31.95 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $1719.30 RMFS Out-Hosp $1719.15 Full Description Insertion of implantable defibrillator, including insertion of patches for the insertion of one or more transvenous endocardial leads, if the patient has one of the following: (a) a history of haemodynamically significant ventricular arrhythmias in the presence of structural heart disease; (b) documented high-risk genetic cardiac disease; (c) ischaemic heart disease, with a left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 30% at least one month after experiencing a myocardial infarction and while on optimised medical therapy; (d) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class II or III, with a left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35% (despite optimised medical therapy); other than a service to which item 38212 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38472	Insertion, replacement or removal of implantable defibrillator generator, if the patient has one of the following: (a) a history of haemodynamically significant ventricular arrhythmias in the presence of structural heart disease; (b) documented high-risk genetic cardiac disease; (c) ischaemic heart disease, with a left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 30% at least one month after experiencing a myocardial infarction and while on optimised medical therapy; (d) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class II or III, with a left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35% (despite optimised medical therapy); other than a service to which item 38212 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$344.55	$335.80 ▼
Item Number 38472 Fee Comparison MBS $344.55 → DVA $335.80 -$8.75 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $470.25 RMFS Out-Hosp $470.15 Full Description Insertion, replacement or removal of implantable defibrillator generator, if the patient has one of the following: (a) a history of haemodynamically significant ventricular arrhythmias in the presence of structural heart disease; (b) documented high-risk genetic cardiac disease; (c) ischaemic heart disease, with a left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 30% at least one month after experiencing a myocardial infarction and while on optimised medical therapy; (d) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class II or III, with a left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35% (despite optimised medical therapy); other than a service to which item 38212 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38474	Repair, augmentation or replacement of branch pulmonary arteries—left or right (or both), with cardiopulmonary bypass, for congenital heart disease, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$2596.30	$2530.50 ▼
Item Number 38474 Fee Comparison MBS $2596.30 → DVA $2530.50 -$65.80 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $3542.85 RMFS Out-Hosp $3542.70 Full Description Repair, augmentation or replacement of branch pulmonary arteries—left or right (or both), with cardiopulmonary bypass, for congenital heart disease, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38477	Valve annuloplasty with insertion of ring, other than: (a) a service to which item 38516 or 38517 applies; or (b) a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$2397.85	$2337.10 ▼
Item Number 38477 Fee Comparison MBS $2397.85 → DVA $2337.10 -$60.75 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $3378.95 Full Description Valve annuloplasty with insertion of ring, other than: (a) a service to which item 38516 or 38517 applies; or (b) a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38484	Aortic or pulmonary valve replacement with bioprosthesis or mechanical prosthesis, including retrograde cardioplegia (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$2429.60	$2368.05 ▼
Item Number 38484 Fee Comparison MBS $2429.60 → DVA $2368.05 -$61.55 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $3315.50 RMFS Out-Hosp $3315.30 Full Description Aortic or pulmonary valve replacement with bioprosthesis or mechanical prosthesis, including retrograde cardioplegia (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38485	MITRAL ANNULUS, reconstruction of, after decalcification, when performed in association with valve surgery (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$978.00	$953.20 ▼
Item Number 38485 Fee Comparison MBS $978.00 → DVA $953.20 -$24.80 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $1378.45 Full Description MITRAL ANNULUS, reconstruction of, after decalcification, when performed in association with valve surgery (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38487	MITRAL VALVE, open valvotomy of (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$2059.75	$2007.55 ▼
Item Number 38487 Fee Comparison MBS $2059.75 → DVA $2007.55 -$52.20 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $2912.45 Full Description MITRAL VALVE, open valvotomy of (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38490	Reconstruction and re-implantation of sub-valvular structures, if performed in conjunction with a service to which item 38499 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$663.70	$646.90 ▼
Item Number 38490 Fee Comparison MBS $663.70 → DVA $646.90 -$16.80 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $935.35 Full Description Reconstruction and re-implantation of sub-valvular structures, if performed in conjunction with a service to which item 38499 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38493	OPERATIVE MANAGEMENT of acute infective endocarditis, in association with heart valve surgery (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$2342.95	$2283.60 ▼
Item Number 38493 Fee Comparison MBS $2342.95 → DVA $2283.60 -$59.35 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $3301.80 Full Description OPERATIVE MANAGEMENT of acute infective endocarditis, in association with heart valve surgery (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38495	TAVI, for the treatment of symptomatic severe aortic stenosis, performed via transfemoral delivery, unless transfemoral delivery is contraindicated or not feasible, if: (a) the TAVI Patient is at high risk for surgery; and (b) the service: (i) is performed by a TAVI Practitioner in a TAVI Hospital; and (ii) includes all intraoperative diagnostic imaging that the TAVI Practitioner performs upon the TAVI Patient; and (iii) includes valvuloplasty, if required; not being a service which has been rendered within 5 years of a service to which this item or item 38514 or 38522 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$1714.25	$1670.80 ▼
Item Number 38495 Fee Comparison MBS $1714.25 → DVA $1670.80 -$43.45 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $2415.65 Full Description TAVI, for the treatment of symptomatic severe aortic stenosis, performed via transfemoral delivery, unless transfemoral delivery is contraindicated or not feasible, if: (a) the TAVI Patient is at high risk for surgery; and (b) the service: (i) is performed by a TAVI Practitioner in a TAVI Hospital; and (ii) includes all intraoperative diagnostic imaging that the TAVI Practitioner performs upon the TAVI Patient; and (iii) includes valvuloplasty, if required; not being a service which has been rendered within 5 years of a service to which this item or item 38514 or 38522 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38499	Mitral or tricuspid valve replacement with bioprothesis or mechanical prosthesis, including retrograde cardioplegia (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$2429.60	$2368.05 ▼
Item Number 38499 Fee Comparison MBS $2429.60 → DVA $2368.05 -$61.55 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $3315.50 RMFS Out-Hosp $3315.30 Full Description Mitral or tricuspid valve replacement with bioprothesis or mechanical prosthesis, including retrograde cardioplegia (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38502	Coronary artery bypass, including cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without retrograde cardioplegia, with or without vein grafts, and including at least one of the following: (a) harvesting of left internal mammary artery and vein graft material; (b) harvesting of left internal mammary artery; (c) harvesting of vein graft material; other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$2819.90	$2748.45 ▼
Item Number 38502 Fee Comparison MBS $2819.90 → DVA $2748.45 -$71.45 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $3848.10 RMFS Out-Hosp $3847.85 Full Description Coronary artery bypass, including cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without retrograde cardioplegia, with or without vein grafts, and including at least one of the following: (a) harvesting of left internal mammary artery and vein graft material; (b) harvesting of left internal mammary artery; (c) harvesting of vein graft material; other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38508	Repair or reconstruction of left ventricular aneurysm, including plication, resection and primary and patch repairs, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$2296.20	$2238.00 ▼
Item Number 38508 Fee Comparison MBS $2296.20 → DVA $2238.00 -$58.20 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $3133.40 Full Description Repair or reconstruction of left ventricular aneurysm, including plication, resection and primary and patch repairs, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38509	Repair of ischaemic ventricular septal rupture,, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$2858.95	$2786.50 ▼
Item Number 38509 Fee Comparison MBS $2858.95 → DVA $2786.50 -$72.45 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $3687.40 Full Description Repair of ischaemic ventricular septal rupture,, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38510	Artery harvesting (other than of the left internal mammary), for coronary artery bypass, if: (a) more than one arterial graft is required; and (b) the service is performed in conjunction with coronary artery bypass surgery performed by any medical practitioner (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$746.85	$727.90 ▼
Item Number 38510 Fee Comparison MBS $746.85 → DVA $727.90 -$18.95 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $1019.15 RMFS Out-Hosp $1019.10 Full Description Artery harvesting (other than of the left internal mammary), for coronary artery bypass, if: (a) more than one arterial graft is required; and (b) the service is performed in conjunction with coronary artery bypass surgery performed by any medical practitioner (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38511	Coronary artery bypass, with the aid of tissue stabilisers, if: (a) the service is performed without cardiopulmonary bypass; and (b) the service is performed in conjunction with a service to which item 38502 applies Applicable only once in conjunction with each service to which item 38502 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$718.15	$699.95 ▼
Item Number 38511 Fee Comparison MBS $718.15 → DVA $699.95 -$18.20 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $979.95 RMFS Out-Hosp $979.95 Full Description Coronary artery bypass, with the aid of tissue stabilisers, if: (a) the service is performed without cardiopulmonary bypass; and (b) the service is performed in conjunction with a service to which item 38502 applies Applicable only once in conjunction with each service to which item 38502 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38512	Division of accessory pathway, isolation procedure, procedure on atrioventricular node or perinodal tissues involving one atrial chamber only, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$2511.75	$2448.10 ▼
Item Number 38512 Fee Comparison MBS $2511.75 → DVA $2448.10 -$63.65 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $2983.10 Full Description Division of accessory pathway, isolation procedure, procedure on atrioventricular node or perinodal tissues involving one atrial chamber only, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38513	Creation of Y‑graft, T‑graft and graft‑to‑graft extensions, with micro‑arterial or micro‑venous anastomosis using microsurgical techniques, if: (a) the service is for one or more anastomoses; and (b) the service is performed in conjunction with a service to which item 38502 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$1197.00	$1166.65 ▼
Item Number 38513 Fee Comparison MBS $1197.00 → DVA $1166.65 -$30.35 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $1633.40 RMFS Out-Hosp $1633.35 Full Description Creation of Y‑graft, T‑graft and graft‑to‑graft extensions, with micro‑arterial or micro‑venous anastomosis using microsurgical techniques, if: (a) the service is for one or more anastomoses; and (b) the service is performed in conjunction with a service to which item 38502 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38514	TAVI, for the treatment of symptomatic severe aortic stenosis, performed via transfemoral delivery, unless transfemoral delivery is contraindicated or not feasible, if: (a) the TAVI Patient is at intermediate risk for surgery; and (b) the service: is performed by a TAVI Practitioner in a TAVI Hospital; and includes all intraoperative diagnostic imaging that the TAVI Practitioner performs upon the TAVI Patient; and includes valvuloplasty, if required; and is performed in a facility where cardiothoracic surgery is available and a thoracotomy can be performed immediately and without transfer; and if performed by an interventional cardiologist, a cardiothoracic surgeon is in attendance during the service; not being a service which has been rendered within 5 years of a service to which this item or item 38495 or 38522 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$1714.25	$1670.80 ▼
Item Number 38514 Fee Comparison MBS $1714.25 → DVA $1670.80 -$43.45 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $2339.15 Full Description TAVI, for the treatment of symptomatic severe aortic stenosis, performed via transfemoral delivery, unless transfemoral delivery is contraindicated or not feasible, if: (a) the TAVI Patient is at intermediate risk for surgery; and (b) the service: is performed by a TAVI Practitioner in a TAVI Hospital; and includes all intraoperative diagnostic imaging that the TAVI Practitioner performs upon the TAVI Patient; and includes valvuloplasty, if required; and is performed in a facility where cardiothoracic surgery is available and a thoracotomy can be performed immediately and without transfer; and if performed by an interventional cardiologist, a cardiothoracic surgeon is in attendance during the service; not being a service which has been rendered within 5 years of a service to which this item or item 38495 or 38522 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes
	38515	Division of accessory pathway, isolation procedure, procedure on atrioventricular node or perinodal tissues involving both atrial chambers and including curative surgery for atrial fibrillation, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)	Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures	$3198.10	$3117.05 ▼
Item Number 38515 Fee Comparison MBS $3198.10 → DVA $3117.05 -$81.05 (-3%) Additional DVA Rates RMFS In-Hosp $4835.35 Full Description Division of accessory pathway, isolation procedure, procedure on atrioventricular node or perinodal tissues involving both atrial chambers and including curative surgery for atrial fibrillation, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.) Sign in to watch this code → Get an email alert when this item changes

MBS Fee

$2722.10

DVA Fee

$2653.10

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Note: (stable multi-vessel disease - 3 coronary territories without selective angiography) the service only applies if the patient meets the requirements of the descriptor and the requirements of Note: TR.8.4 and TR.8.5 Percutaneous coronary intervention: (a) for a patient: (i) eligible for the service under clause 5.10.17C; and (ii) for whom selective coronary angiography has been completed in the previous 3 months; and (b) including any associated coronary angiography; and (c) including either or both: (i) percutaneous angioplasty; and (ii) transluminal insertion of one or more stents; and (d) performed on 3 coronary vascular territories; and (e) excluding aftercare; other than a service associated with a service to which item 38200, 38203, 38206, 38244, 38247, 38248, 38249, 38251, 38252, 38307, 38308, 38310, 38311, 38313, 38314, 38316, 38317, 38319, 38320 or 38322 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$553.15

DVA Fee

$539.15

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Use of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) during transluminal insertion of stents, to optimise procedural strategy, appropriate stent size and assessment of stent apposition, for a patient documented with: (a) one or more left main coronary artery lesions; or (b) one or more lesions at least 28mm in length in other locations; if performed in association with a service to which item 38307, 38308, 38310, 38311, 38313, 38314, 38316, 38317, 38319, 38320, 38322 or 38323 applies Applicable once per episode of care (for one or more lesions) (H) (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$553.15

DVA Fee

$539.15

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Use of optical coherence tomography (OCT) during transluminal insertion of stents, to optimise procedural strategy, appropriate stent size and assessment of stent apposition, if: (a) the patient is documented with: (i) one or more lesions located at a bifurcation; and (ii) a planned side branch at least 2.5 mm in diameter by angiographic visual estimation; or (b) the patient is documented with stent thrombosis; or (c) both: (i) the patient is documented with one or more lesions at least 28mm in length; and (ii) either of the following apply: (A) a service to which this item applies is not performed in association with a service to which item 38325 applies because of paragraph (b) of that item; (B) a service to which this item applies is not performed, in relation to a lesion, in association with a service to which item 38325 applies because of paragraph (a) of that item, performed in relation to the same lesion; if performed in association with a service to which item 38307, 38308, 38310, 38311, 38313, 38314, 38316, 38317, 38319, 38320, 38322 or 38323 applies Applicable once per episode of care (for one or more lesions) (H)

MBS Fee

$764.40

DVA Fee

$745.05

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

SINGLE CHAMBER PERMANENT TRANSVENOUS ELECTRODE, insertion, removal or replacement of, including cardiac electrophysiological services where used for pacemaker implantation (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$305.75

DVA Fee

$298.00

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

PERMANENT CARDIAC PACEMAKER, insertion, removal or replacement of, not for cardiac resynchronisation therapy, including cardiac electrophysiological services where used for pacemaker implantation (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$1002.20

DVA Fee

$976.80

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

DUAL CHAMBER PERMANENT TRANSVENOUS ELECTRODES, insertion, removal or replacement of, including cardiac electrophysiological services where used for pacemaker implantation (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$3432.75

DVA Fee

$3345.75

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Extraction of one or more chronically implanted transvenous pacing or defibrillator leads, by percutaneous method, with locking stylets and snares, with extraction sheaths (if any), if: (a) the leads have been in place for more than 6 months and require removal; and (b) the service is performed: (i) in association with a service to which item 61109 or 60509 applies; and (ii) by a specialist or consultant physician who has undertaken the training to perform the service; and (iii) in a facility where cardiothoracic surgery is available and a thoracotomy can be performed immediately and without transfer; and (c) if the service is performed by an interventional cardiologist—a cardiothoracic surgeon is in attendance during the service (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$159.90

DVA Fee

$155.85

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

PERICARDIUM, paracentesis of (excluding aftercare) (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$460.65

DVA Fee

$449.00

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Intra-aortic balloon pump, percutaneous insertion of (H) (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$305.75

DVA Fee

$298.00

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Insertion, removal or replacement of permanent cardiac synchronisation device, if the patient: (a) has all of the following: (i) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class III or IV (despite optimised medical therapy); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35%; (iii) QRS duration of greater than or equal to 130 ms; or (b) has all of the following: (i) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class II (despite optimised medical therapy); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35%; (iii) QRS duration of greater than or equal to 150 ms; other than a service associated with a service to which item 38212 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$1465.75

DVA Fee

$1428.60

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Insertion, removal or replacement of permanent transvenous left ventricular electrode, through the coronary sinus, for the purpose of cardiac resynchronisation therapy, including right heart catheterisation and any associated venograms, if the patient: (a) has all of the following: (i) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class III or IV (despite optimised medical therapy); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35%; (iii) QRS duration of greater than or equal to 130 ms; or (b) has all of the following: (i) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class II (despite optimised medical therapy); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35%; (iii) QRS duration of greater than or equal to 150 ms; other than a service associated with a service to which item 35200, 38200 or 38212 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$902.85

DVA Fee

$879.95

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Leadless permanent cardiac pacemaker, single-chamber ventricular, percutaneous insertion of, for the treatment of bradycardia, including cardiac electrophysiological services (other than a service associated with a service to which item 38350 applies) (H) (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$902.85

DVA Fee

$879.95

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Leadless permanent cardiac pacemaker, single‑chamber ventricular, percutaneous retrieval and replacement of, including cardiac electrophysiological services, during the same percutaneous procedure, if: (a) the service is performed by a specialist or consultant physician who has undertaken training to perform the service; and (b) if the service is performed at least 4 weeks after the pacemaker was inserted—the service is performed in a facility where cardiothoracic surgery is available and a thoracotomy can be performed immediately and without transfer; and (c) if the service is performed by an interventional cardiologist at least 4 weeks after the pacemaker was inserted—a cardiothoracic surgeon is in attendance during the service; other than a service associated with a service to which item 38350 applies (H) (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$902.85

DVA Fee

$879.95

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Leadless permanent cardiac pacemaker, single‑chamber ventricular, percutaneous retrieval of, if: (a) the service is performed by a specialist or consultant physician who has undertaken training to perform the service; and (b) if the service is performed at least 4 weeks after the pacemaker was inserted—the service is performed in a facility where cardiothoracic surgery is available and a thoracotomy can be performed immediately and without transfer; and (c) if the service is performed by an interventional cardiologist at least 4 weeks after the pacemaker was inserted—a cardiothoracic surgeon is in attendance during the service (H) (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$3378.70

DVA Fee

$3293.10

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Leadless permanent cardiac pacemaker, single-chamber ventricular, explantation of, by open surgical approach (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$754.35

DVA Fee

$735.25

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Percutaneous insertion of an intravascular microaxial ventricular assist device, into the left ventricle only, by arteriotomy, including all associated intraoperative imaging performed by the same practitioner, if: (a) the patient has deteriorating symptoms of cardiogenic shock (with no evidence of significant anoxic neurological injury) that are not controlled by optimal medical therapy; or (b) the patient: (i) is on veno‑arterial extra‑corporeal membrane oxygenation, for deteriorating symptoms of cardiogenic shock (with no evidence of significant anoxic neurological injury) that are not controlled by optimal medical therapy; and (ii) due to the effects of established veno‑arterial extra‑corporeal membrane oxygenation, requires unloading of the left ventricle (H) (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$674.30

DVA Fee

$657.20

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Endoscopic ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration biopsy or biopsies (endoscopy with ultrasound imaging) to obtain one or more specimens from either or both of the following: (a) mediastinal masses; (b) locoregional nodes to stage non-small cell lung carcinoma; other than a service associated with a service to which an item in Subgroup 1 of this Group, or item 38417 or 55054, applies (H) (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$674.30

DVA Fee

$657.20

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Endobronchial ultrasound guided biopsy or biopsies (bronchoscopy with ultrasound imaging, with or without associated fluoroscopic imaging) to obtain one or more specimens by: (a) transbronchial biopsy or biopsies of peripheral lung lesions; or (b) fine needle aspirations of one or more mediastinal masses; or (c) fine needle aspirations of locoregional nodes to stage non-small cell lung carcinoma; other than a service associated with a service to which an item in Subgroup 1 of this Group, item 38416, 38420 or 38423, or an item in Subgroup 15 of Group I3, applies (H) (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$213.05

DVA Fee

$207.65

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Bronchoscopy, as an independent procedure (H) (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$281.40

DVA Fee

$274.25

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Bronchoscopy with one or more endobronchial biopsies or other diagnostic or therapeutic procedures (H) (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$440.10

DVA Fee

$428.95

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Bronchus, removal of foreign body in (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$307.60

DVA Fee

$299.80

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Fibreoptic bronchoscopy with one or more transbronchial lung biopsies, with or without bronchial or broncho-alveolar lavage, with or without the use of interventional imaging (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$723.25

DVA Fee

$704.90

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Endoscopic resection of endobronchial tumours for relief of obstruction including any associated endoscopic procedures, other than a service associated with a service to which another item in Group T8 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$542.60

DVA Fee

$528.85

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Trachea or bronchus, dilatation of stricture and endoscopic insertion of stent (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$295.10

DVA Fee

$287.60

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Bronchoscopy with treatment of tracheal stricture (H) (Anaes.)

MBS Fee

$2059.75

DVA Fee

$2007.55

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Tracheal excision and repair of, without cardiopulmonary bypass (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$2786.00

DVA Fee

$2715.40

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Tracheal excision and repair of, with cardiopulmonary bypass (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$1714.25

DVA Fee

$1670.80

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

TMVr, by transvenous or transeptal techniques, for permanent coaptation of mitral valve leaflets using one or more tissue approximation implants, including intra‑operative diagnostic imaging, if: (a) the patient has each of the following risk factors: (i) moderate to severe, or severe, symptomatic degenerative (primary) mitral valve regurgitation (grade 3+ or 4+); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of 20% or more; (iii) symptoms of mild, moderate or severe chronic heart failure (New York Heart Association class II, III or IV); and (b) as a result of a TMVr suitability case conference, the patient has been: (i) assessed as having an unacceptably high risk for surgical mitral valve replacement; and (ii) recommended as being suitable for the service; and (c) the service is performed: (i) by a cardiothoracic surgeon, or an interventional cardiologist, accredited by the TMVr accreditation committee to perform the service; and (ii) via transfemoral venous delivery, unless transfemoral venous delivery is contraindicated or not feasible; and (iii) in a hospital that is accredited by the TMVr accreditation committee as a suitable hospital for the service; and (d) a service to which this item, or item 38463, applies has not been provided to the patient in the previous 5 years (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$1714.25

DVA Fee

$1670.80

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

TMVr, by transvenous or transeptal techniques, for permanent coaptation of mitral valve leaflets using one or more Mitraclips™, including intra‑operative diagnostic imaging, if: (a) the patient has each of the following risk factors: (i) moderate to severe, or severe, symptomatic functional (secondary) mitral valve regurgitation (grade 3+ or 4+); (ii) left ventricular ejection fraction of 20% to 50%; (iii) left ventricular end systolic diameter of not more than 70mm; (iv) symptoms of mild, moderate or severe chronic heart failure (New York Heart Association class II, III or IV) that persist despite maximally tolerated guideline directed medical therapy; and (b) as a result of a TMVr suitability case conference, the patient has been: (i) assessed as having an unacceptably high risk for surgical mitral valve replacement; and (ii) recommended as being suitable for the service; and (c) the service is performed: (i) by a cardiothoracic surgeon, or an interventional cardiologist, accredited by the TMVr accreditation committee to perform the service; and (ii) via transfemoral venous delivery, unless transfemoral venous delivery is contraindicated or not feasible; and (iii) in a hospital that is accredited by the TMVr accreditation committee as a suitable hospital for the service; and (d) a service to which this item, or item 38461, applies has not been provided to the patient in the previous 5 years (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$1147.10

DVA Fee

$1118.05

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Insertion, removal or replacement of permanent myocardial electrode, by open surgical approach, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$1259.90

DVA Fee

$1227.95

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Insertion of implantable defibrillator, including insertion of patches for the insertion of one or more transvenous endocardial leads, if the patient has one of the following: (a) a history of haemodynamically significant ventricular arrhythmias in the presence of structural heart disease; (b) documented high-risk genetic cardiac disease; (c) ischaemic heart disease, with a left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 30% at least one month after experiencing a myocardial infarction and while on optimised medical therapy; (d) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class II or III, with a left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35% (despite optimised medical therapy); other than a service to which item 38212 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$344.55

DVA Fee

$335.80

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Insertion, replacement or removal of implantable defibrillator generator, if the patient has one of the following: (a) a history of haemodynamically significant ventricular arrhythmias in the presence of structural heart disease; (b) documented high-risk genetic cardiac disease; (c) ischaemic heart disease, with a left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 30% at least one month after experiencing a myocardial infarction and while on optimised medical therapy; (d) chronic heart failure, classified as New York Heart Association class II or III, with a left ventricular ejection fraction of less than 35% (despite optimised medical therapy); other than a service to which item 38212 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$2596.30

DVA Fee

$2530.50

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Repair, augmentation or replacement of branch pulmonary arteries—left or right (or both), with cardiopulmonary bypass, for congenital heart disease, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$2397.85

DVA Fee

$2337.10

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Valve annuloplasty with insertion of ring, other than: (a) a service to which item 38516 or 38517 applies; or (b) a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$2429.60

DVA Fee

$2368.05

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Aortic or pulmonary valve replacement with bioprosthesis or mechanical prosthesis, including retrograde cardioplegia (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$978.00

DVA Fee

$953.20

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

MITRAL ANNULUS, reconstruction of, after decalcification, when performed in association with valve surgery (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$2059.75

DVA Fee

$2007.55

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

MITRAL VALVE, open valvotomy of (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$663.70

DVA Fee

$646.90

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Reconstruction and re-implantation of sub-valvular structures, if performed in conjunction with a service to which item 38499 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$2342.95

DVA Fee

$2283.60

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

OPERATIVE MANAGEMENT of acute infective endocarditis, in association with heart valve surgery (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$1714.25

DVA Fee

$1670.80

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

TAVI, for the treatment of symptomatic severe aortic stenosis, performed via transfemoral delivery, unless transfemoral delivery is contraindicated or not feasible, if: (a) the TAVI Patient is at high risk for surgery; and (b) the service: (i) is performed by a TAVI Practitioner in a TAVI Hospital; and (ii) includes all intraoperative diagnostic imaging that the TAVI Practitioner performs upon the TAVI Patient; and (iii) includes valvuloplasty, if required; not being a service which has been rendered within 5 years of a service to which this item or item 38514 or 38522 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$2429.60

DVA Fee

$2368.05

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Mitral or tricuspid valve replacement with bioprothesis or mechanical prosthesis, including retrograde cardioplegia (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$2819.90

DVA Fee

$2748.45

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Coronary artery bypass, including cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without retrograde cardioplegia, with or without vein grafts, and including at least one of the following: (a) harvesting of left internal mammary artery and vein graft material; (b) harvesting of left internal mammary artery; (c) harvesting of vein graft material; other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$2296.20

DVA Fee

$2238.00

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Repair or reconstruction of left ventricular aneurysm, including plication, resection and primary and patch repairs, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$2858.95

DVA Fee

$2786.50

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Repair of ischaemic ventricular septal rupture,, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$746.85

DVA Fee

$727.90

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Artery harvesting (other than of the left internal mammary), for coronary artery bypass, if: (a) more than one arterial graft is required; and (b) the service is performed in conjunction with coronary artery bypass surgery performed by any medical practitioner (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$718.15

DVA Fee

$699.95

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Coronary artery bypass, with the aid of tissue stabilisers, if: (a) the service is performed without cardiopulmonary bypass; and (b) the service is performed in conjunction with a service to which item 38502 applies Applicable only once in conjunction with each service to which item 38502 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$2511.75

DVA Fee

$2448.10

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Division of accessory pathway, isolation procedure, procedure on atrioventricular node or perinodal tissues involving one atrial chamber only, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$1197.00

DVA Fee

$1166.65

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Creation of Y‑graft, T‑graft and graft‑to‑graft extensions, with micro‑arterial or micro‑venous anastomosis using microsurgical techniques, if: (a) the service is for one or more anastomoses; and (b) the service is performed in conjunction with a service to which item 38502 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$1714.25

DVA Fee

$1670.80

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

TAVI, for the treatment of symptomatic severe aortic stenosis, performed via transfemoral delivery, unless transfemoral delivery is contraindicated or not feasible, if: (a) the TAVI Patient is at intermediate risk for surgery; and (b) the service: is performed by a TAVI Practitioner in a TAVI Hospital; and includes all intraoperative diagnostic imaging that the TAVI Practitioner performs upon the TAVI Patient; and includes valvuloplasty, if required; and is performed in a facility where cardiothoracic surgery is available and a thoracotomy can be performed immediately and without transfer; and if performed by an interventional cardiologist, a cardiothoracic surgeon is in attendance during the service; not being a service which has been rendered within 5 years of a service to which this item or item 38495 or 38522 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

MBS Fee

$3198.10

DVA Fee

$3117.05

Category

Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures

Description

Division of accessory pathway, isolation procedure, procedure on atrioventricular node or perinodal tissues involving both atrial chambers and including curative surgery for atrial fibrillation, other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

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