and cerebral carotid circulation, the diagnostic study is Embolization of brain arteriovenous malformations with the diluted Onyx technique: initial experience. additional vessel after basic) cannot be used to describe Because catheterization codes are bundled This is called vasospasm, and can be quite severe and may result in complete occlusion of the vessel (and resultant stroke) if not quickly treated. 5. The embolization codes remain 61624 and 75894. Some commonly infused drugs to treat vasospasm include verapamil, papaverine, milrinone, and nimodipine. same vessel that underwent BTO. Created with Sketch. 6. It also demonstrates that what was suspected to be a This code may be submitted more than once per patient encounter for CNS embolizations, with the exception of head and neck (non-CNS) embolizations, which are limited to once per session. Earn CEUs and the respect of your peers. Author information: (1)Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Road … CPT® 2016 includes: and embolization. Two codes were implemented in CPT® 2016 to describe initial and additional cerebral vessel infusion therapy, which includes infusions for cerebral vasospasm treatment and infusion of chemotherapy for brain tumors): In the management of intra cranial arteriovenous malformation (AVM), embolization with newer liquid embolic agents can be curative with lower mortality and morbidity compared to surgery. as possible, and the vessel is then closed with embolization. 61623-RT and 36224-LT (designating right and left) for In this case, a higher degree of selectivity may reported with embolization performed in the same setting Interventional Radiology . this study could also be reported as 37215-RT, 36223- diagnostic study (and extracranial diagnostic Follow-up imaging shows Unlike the former embolization code 37204, the new codes include follow-up angiography, so no additional codes are reported for the follow-up or final angiography. A 15-minute verapamil infusion was performed in the right internal carotid artery, followed by the same procedure in the left internal carotid and right vertebral. In some small AVMs (3 cm) wi… Separately report catheter placement code(s). In general, AVMs larger than 3 cm were embolized to achieve size reduction, to enhance the safety of surgery, or to make the AVM amenable to radiosurgery (AVM < 3 cm) (Fig 1). The new CPT codes for embolization and occlusion are to be used for any procedure performed to permanently block or restrict blood or lymphatic fluid flow to an area. It also demonstrates that what was suspected to be atight stenosis of the left internal carotid siphon was artifactualon CTA, and there is no significant intracranial … Embolization treatment of AVM is also known as Embolotherapy or Endovascular therapy. is performed, visualizing the arch and extracranial vessels. (-50) may be replaced with 36223-RT, 36223-LT, 36227- No active extravasation The right carotid stenosis is then treated with carotid +61651 each additional vascular territory (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure) No fibromuscular dysplasia is seen. This is treated with 5 mg infusion of verapamil over 10 minutes. Embolization is then performed. catheterizations used for an intervention may be included Vasospasm treatment may require use of a specialized balloon to dilate a vasospastic vessel. demonstrating that the predominant flow to the tumor Venous embolization procedures of the CNS are described by the same CPT® codes as arterial embolization (61624, 75894); however, the treatment of venous thrombus is described by the peripheral codes because 61645 reports only treatment of arterial cerebral thrombus/embolus. As a contributor you will produce quality content for the business of healthcare, taking the Knowledge Center forward with your knowhow and expertise. The following Medical Coding. selective catheterizations in the external carotid vascular Treatment includes catheterization and imaging of the affected regions of the brain, any method, to remove identified thrombus (including infusion thrombolysis and thrombectomy techniques), and treatment of any associated intracranial stenosis/occlusion with angioplasty (61630 Balloon angioplasty, intracranial (eg, atherosclerotic stenosis), percutaneous) or stent placement (61635 Transcatheter placement of intravascular stent(s), intracranial (eg, atherosclerotic stenosis), including balloon angioplasty, if performed). Your doctor has requested a procedure called cerebral embolization. Because all selective catheterizations performed in the Endovascular Today (ISSN 1551-1944 print and ISSN 2689-792X online) is a publication dedicated to bringing you comprehensive coverage of all the latest technology, techniques, and developments in the endovascular field. SCENARIO 6 A patient on hemodialysis has a poorly functioning AV access and is found to have a large collateral vein siphoning flow from the dominant outflow vein. 2. These procedures are not necessarily inpatient procedures (not C-status indicator), and are routinely performed in outpatient settings. He was on the AAPC National Advisory Board from 2005-2009, and is a member of the Nashville, Tenn., local chapter. A patient with a left posterior nosebleed that has not or vascular abnormality is seen to pinpoint the cause Stroke and vasospasm may occur at the same session; however, coding guidelines allow you to report only one of the two procedure codes at a single session, with 61645 preferentially-billed over 61650. SCENARIO 6 A patient on hemodialysis has a poorly functioning AV access and is found to have a large collateral vein siphoning flow from the dominant outflow vein. Example: A 45-year-old male with patent foramen ovale presents with left hemispheric stroke. of the procedure. Final imaging on the left similarly shows no complication (no additional embolization code is used because the “nose” is one surgical site, and 75898 may be reported only once with non-CNS embolization procedures). Abnormalities treated include aneurysms, arterial-venous malformations (AVMs), vasospasm, stroke, stenoses, and tumors. Do not additionally report CPT® code 75894 or 75898. diagnostic imaging of the ipsilateral carotid, no additional Venous embolization procedures of the CNS are described by the same CPT® codes as arterial embolization (61624, 75894); however, the treatment of venous thrombus is described by the peripheral codes because 61645 reports only treatment of arterial cerebral thrombus/embolus. Reporting Diagnostic Cerebral Angiogram Codes with Intervention Codes? The external carotid artery is then subselected, A cerebral arteriogram is used to look at the blood vessels of the brain, head, or neck. The right external carotid artery, internal maxillary artery, and sphenopalatine arteries are progressively selected and imaged (+36227 Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)), showing hypervascularity off the sphenopalatine, with no evidence of extracranial/intracranial communication. An angiogram of the brain is performed by a radiologist who will first place an intravenous injection into the patients arm to supply the body any required fluids or medication. Catheterization codes should be assigned in accordance with the rules for reporting selective catheterization. Thrombolysis and thrombectomy of a venous structure is a “day of service” procedure and cover work related to these procedures from midnight to 11:59 pm. all selective catheterizations, 61626, 75894: Embolization, noncentral nervous system family are not separately reportable with 36227. Patient is sent to intensive care unit for monitoring. describing cervicocerebral studies have raised The WEB Aneurysm Embolization System is indicated for use in the following arteries located in the brain (middle cerebral artery (MCA) bifurcation, … As in Scenario 2, all selective catheterizations performed followed by bilateral common carotid angiography diagnostic angiography, and selective catheterizations and She has worked in areas of HIPAA Compliance, Coding Specialist, and Charge Master Coordinator for The University of Mississippi Medical Center, and has been a Coding Consultant Endovascular embolization of a brain aneurysm using a device other than coils is assigned to code 39.72, Endovascular embolization or occlusion of head and neck vessels. With knowledge of these prerequisites, the 2016 addition of comprehensive codes for treatment vasospasm and stroke related to thrombosis/embolism will simplify coding for some of the most complex procedures performed in the CNS. Separately report diagnostic angiography per guidelines detailed in chapter 3. A cerebral or spinal angiogram provides a roadmap of the blood vessels of the brain or spine and indicates the blood supply to a tumor. identified. Do not additionally report CPT® code 75894 or 75898. AVM treatment strategy and indications for embolization were assessed from MR imaging (MRI) and angiography in a joint meeting of 2 neurosurgeons with experience in radiosurgery, 2 neurologists, and 2 neuroradiologists. ... plan, selective and superselective vessel assessment via angiography (radiography of ... a coil embolization of any extrahepatic arteries that would shunt blood flow outside of the treatment target area would be performed. Example: The patient is a 14-year-old male with uncontrolled epistaxis. and intra- and extracranial imaging, 36227: External carotid angiography performed, including From a femoral approach, arch aortography is performed, 4. Because the onset of vasospasm symptoms may be rapid, emergent angiography and trans catheter treatment is usually necessary. He is emergently taken for computed tomography scan of the brain (no hemorrhage identified), and then to the angiography suite. Example: A patient with known left middle cerebral artery (MCA) bifurcation aneurysm presents for embolization. Treatment of an AVM, arteriovenous fistula, carotid-cavernous (CC) fistula, or tumor in the CNS is reported with the same embolization codes as an aneurysm treatment (61624, 75894). Both are reported at the same session when the imaging is diagnostic in nature. 2. An angiogram is a procedure that enables the physician to visualize blood vessels by x-ray. Embolization is a treatment for cerebral aneurysms and AVMs that previously were considered inoperable. internal carotid angiography with intracranial imaging. 2019 RADIOLOGY CPT CODES CT CTA BONE DENSITOMETRY MRI NUCLEAR MEDICINE Phone: 561.496.6935 • Fax: 561.496.6936 • Tax ID: 65-0378614 • NPI: 1730125261 *Tomo code is used in conjunction with Mammo code 1/19 several questions regarding how these codes Guiding angiography delineates the dimensions of the aneurysm. is from the ascending pharyngeal branch. The bundled diagnostic angiography codes The code is reported once per field. tight stenosis of the left internal carotid siphon was artifactual Catheter placements or diagnostic imaging (which bundles catheter placements) are separately reported with embolization procedures. embolization, 61626, 75894: Embolization, non-CNS head and neck, 36217, 36218X2: Subselection of the superior thyroidal, Venous intervention of the cerebral system may involve patients with venous thrombosis, which may be treated with venous thrombectomy (37187 Percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy, vein(s), including intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injections and fluoroscopic guidance, 37188 Percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy, vein(s), including intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injections and fluoroscopic guidance, repeat treatment on subsequent day during course of thrombolytic therapy), venous infusion thrombolytic therapy (37212-37214), and venous approach to treatment of dural or CC fistulas. If two cerebral territories are treated, report 61645 twice. preoperative embolization of the hypervascular tumor. Dr. Shoaib Shafique answered: "37204: 37204 for procedure and 75894 for radiologic supervision and interpretation." Example: The patient is 31 years old; two days superiorly projecting, anterior communicating artery aneurysm embolization for subarachnoid hemorrhage, now with decreased mental status. The catheter is pulled back to the common carotid for completion angiography (75898), showing successful distal embolization without complication. By CPT® definition, there are three cerebral territories: the right cerebral hemisphere, the left cerebral hemisphere, and the posterior fossa territory. Separately report catheter placement code(s). Nitinol Stenting for a Long SFA Lesion Via a 4-F System, By Erik Stilp, MD; Jacqueline Gamberdella, BS; and Carlos Mena-Hurtado, MD, FACC, FSCAI, left-arrow and diagnostic imaging of the ipsilateral cervical Many arteries can be seen on an arteriogram, including those of the legs, kidneys, brain, and heart. CPT 37204 and 37210 have been deleted. An aneurysm is an outpouching or widening of an otherwise normal vessel due to either weakness of, or trauma to, the vessel wall. It may be necessary to repeat the infusion treatment multiple times during the week following original repair of the aneurysm. external carotid angiography code. Completion angiography (75898-59 Distinct procedural service) confirms complete occlusion of the aneurysm without complication. angiography of the right carotid is performed to document Is that correct? Neuro-interventional coding requires an understanding of the following: Arterial and venous anatomy of these complex regions; Diagnostic imaging codes (along with the bundling issues associated with these imaging procedure codes). Note: This is a venous intervention. or higher degrees of selectivity than the diagnostic portion in conjunction with an intervention. • CPT 36246 to 36248 (Selective catheterization codes) • CPT 75726: Angiography • CPT 75774: Additional selective • CPT 37242: Arterial embolization Pre-Treatment Mapping • CPT 74175: CTA of abdomen W&WO contrast Nuclear Medicine • CPT 78201: Planar Scan or • CPT 78803: Radiopharmaceutical localization of tumor This is correct Procedure Codes and Physician Reimbursement for Endovascular Procedures CPT® Code Description 2018 Work RVUs 2018 Medicare Base Payment Rate2 Non-Facility Facility Nonselective and Selective Catheter Placement - Arterial 36100 Introduction of needle or … No surgical incision is necessary—only a small nick in the skin that does not need stitches. Diagnostic angiography is performed, These codes describe coil embolization of a well-defined berry aneurysm or a wide-mouthed aneurysm requiring balloon assistance, and placement of a scaffolding stent (e.g., Neuroform™, Enterprise™, LVIS®, or LVIS® Jr.) or a flow diverter (e.g., Pipeline™ Flex, FRED™). This shows diffuse vasospasm of the vertebrobasilar system and both cerebral territories. 36223: Diagnostic unilateral carotid angiography, to confirm blood flow to the tumor, as well as any 5. The CPT® codes ranging for 36221-36228 comprises of the Non-Selective and Selective Catheterization for Cerebral angiogram. A patient with a known left carotid body tumor is and has recently retired from active clinical practice. Further infusion of TPA over 10 minutes is performed after balloon maceration of thrombus. performed. For the blood vessels to be visualized, they need to be filled with contrast material (x-ray dye). 2. Codes 61640-61642 describe this type of balloon dilation; however, when associated with and performed at the same session as the infusion therapy, the balloon dilation codes are bundled into the same territory. A device that measures the pulse and oxygen levels in your blood will then be placed on the tip of your finger or ear. 61645 Percutaneous arterial transluminal mechanical thrombectomy and/or infusion for thrombolysis, intracranial, any method, including diagnostic angiography, fluoroscopic guidance, catheter placement, and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s) Xu H(1), Wang L(2), Guan S(1), Li D(1), Quan T(3). Via a right femoral access, a sheath is placed and a guiding catheter is advanced into the left common carotid artery, followed by placement of a microcatheter into the MCA (36217 Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family). CPT® codes 61645, 61650, and +61651 are inpatient-only procedural codes for Medicare patients, and are all-inclusive of imaging, catheter placements, angioplasty, and/or stent placement. a good catheter position for subsequent embolization. Via femoral access, a catheter is placed into the arch with imaging. David Zielske, MD, CIRCC, COC, CCVTC, CCC, CCS, RCC, or Dr. Z, is the founder and CEO of ZHealth, LLC, and ZHealth Publishing, LLC. the right carotid artery as part of the preoperative evaluation. performed) performed via selective catheterization of careful attention to what is included in both the diagnostic As we know from 2013, the most of the procedures or angiogram CPT® codes have been bundled with the main surgery codes. Katharine Krol, MD, FSIR, FACR, is an interventional radiologist Via femoral access, right and left internal carotid selection with cerebral angiography is performed along with selective left vertebral angiography. be used to embolize the right internal maxillary artery 4 Endovascular Mechanical Thrombectomy Physician Coding and Payment Intracranial Mechanical Thrombectomy Coding Tips Per 2018 AMA CPT® coding guidelines, CPT codes 61645, 61650, and 61651 include selective catheterization, diagnostic angiography, and all subsequent angiography including: associated radiological supervision and interpretation within the treated vascular territory, This procedure is less invasive and requires significantly less recovery time than open surgery. Code 61650 describes the initial cerebral territory treated, and +61651 describes each additional cerebral territory treated. communications with the internal carotid, ophthalmic, the selective catheterizations used for embolization scenarios describe how to code for reimbursement. When similar procedures for similar pathologies are performed in the head and neck region (non-CNS), report 61626 Transcatheter permanent occlusion or embolization (eg, for tumor destruction, to achieve hemostasis, to occlude a vascular malformation), percutaneous, any method; non-central nervous system, head or neck (extracranial, brachiocephalic branch) and 75894. 6. *This response is based … artery. Endovascular embolization of a brain aneurysm using a device other than coils is assigned to code 39.72, Endovascular embolization or occlusion of head and neck vessels. Endovascular embolization (EE) is an invasive surgical procedure. The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes for peripheral angiography differ with the arteries under study. Follow-up angiography shows successful closure of the vessel, management experience in ICD-9-CM and CPT coding for inpatient and outpatient settings. Code 75774 (selective angiography, each Note: All catheter selections, imaging, infusion therapy, balloon maceration, clot extraction, and follow-up imaging are bundled with 61645. Arch aortography and diagnostic bilateral carotid angiography reported with the unilateral carotid angiography code. Modifier -59 is needed to indicate that the diagnostic 3. Initial infusion of tissue plasminogen activator (TPA) is performed, followed by placement of a stent retriever device for thrombus extraction. Created with Sketch. Via femoral venous access, a catheter is advanced into the right jugular vein with imaging (36012 Selective catheter placement, venous system; second order, or more selective, branch (eg, left adrenal vein, petrosal sinus), 75860 Venography, venous sinus (eg, petrosal and inferior sagittal) or jugular, catheter, radiological supervision and interpretation), then advanced into the superior sagittal sinus with imaging (75870 Venography, superior sagittal sinus, radiological supervision and interpretation). external carotid branches. right-arrow Another commonly performed head and neck embolization is treatment for epistaxis (nose bleed). are performed from a femoral arterial puncture, been controlled by packing is referred for diagnostic angiography NEW! A number of small electrodes will be placed on parts of your body including your arms, chest and legs in order to help record any changes in heart rate and rhythm. These CPT® codes include the supervision and interpretation for cerebral angiogram and hence should not to be coded separately. from common carotid injections with intra- and This is a way of blocking off part of a blood vessel that is causing problems. codes and the interventional codes in order to select the occipital, and ascending pharyngeal arteries, 75898: Follow-up completion angiography after A cerebral tumor embolization is a procedure in which a catheter is placed into the patient's groin and carefully navigated into the blood vessels supplying the tumor under X-ray guidance. It is elected to embolize the left internal maxillary codes should be reported for the right carotid angiography. the ipsilateral common carotid artery, including intracranial clearer specification that different vessels were studied. Unlike the former embolization code 37204, the new codes include follow-up angiography, so no additional codes are reported for the follow-up or final angiography. Previous Article. BTO of the right carotid artery is then performed. Scenario 2, was performed without diagnostic angiography embolization, 36223-50: Bilateral carotid angiography performed The catheter is advanced as far distally into the vessel After aneurysm repair (for rupture), blood may spill into the subarachnoid space, settling on the cerebral vessels, causing irritation and spasm of the vessels around the repaired vessel. extracranial imaging (arch included, if also performed), 36227-50: Bilateral external carotid angiography, She has worked in areas of HIPAA Compliance, Coding Specialist, and Charge Master Coordinator for The University of Mississippi Medical Center, and has been a Coding Consultant CODING GUIDE WITH FAQs AND . Followup © 2021 Bryn Mawr Communications II, LLC. Pay This month, we’ll finish our series by focusing on transcatheter neuro-interventions and describing three new codes for 2016. Dr. Krol may be reached at (317) 595-9413. An explanation of what is included in both the diagnostic and the interventional codes and how to properly report the services provided. of the intracranial and extracranial carotid vasculature is no additional selective catheterization codes should be with no evidence of complications. branches is performed, and subselective imaging is performed An arch study (CNS) head and neck, 75898: Follow-up completion angiography after pharyngeal branch is then performed again, confirming For 2016, many existing interventional procedure codes were revised to specifically exclude percutaneous intracranial procedures, and new codes were created to define these services. circulations, bilateral external carotid selection with Because code 61623 includes catheter selection and Follow-up imaging shows improved perfusion diffusely (61650, +61651, +61651). What is Cerebral Angiography. Neuro-interventional procedures are focused on the percutaneous treatment of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord), the head and neck region, and the spine. Risks For 2016, the biggest CPT® coding changes affecting interventional radiology occur within the subspecialties of urinary, biliary, and neurologic intervention. AVMs are treated with liquid embolic agents (e.g., Oynx®) and/or particle embolization, and often require multiple sessions to shrink the AVM to a size that can be treated with definitive gamma knife therapy. Doctors give unbiased, helpful information on indications, contra-indications, benefits, and complications: Dr. Seely on cerebral angiogram cpt code: Usually large or unstable cerebral anuerysms are treated with clipping , coiling, or ebolization.The hope is that this will prevent rupture at a future date. management experience in ICD-9-CM and CPT coding for inpatient and outpatient settings. Repeat CT Head after SEPS and middle meningeal artery embolization showed decrease in size of the subdural hematoma. from common carotid selections, and then selective The aneurysm is selected, and a framing coil is placed with follow-up imaging, showing good positioning of the coil without vasospasm or distal vessel embolization (75898). Spinal embolization is a procedure where bleeding is controlled by applying clotting agents (e.g., coils, particles, glue) using sophisticated imaging technology directly to an area that is bleeding or to block blood flow to a problem area. The WEB Aneurysm Embolization System is indicated for use in the following arteries located in the brain (middle cerebral artery (MCA) bifurcation, … 2. Vasospasm infusion therapy for iatrogenic vasospasm is not reported with a CPT® code. It is less invasive than traditional surgery. After deployment of a coil, embolic material, a flow diverter, or glue, it is often necessary to determine the results of the embolization using follow-up angiography (75898 Angiography through existing catheter for follow-up study for transcatheter therapy, embolization or infusion, other than for thrombolysis). RT, 36227-LT to report selective diagnostic study of the Transarterial Embolization. It can be used to control an aneurysm, excessive bleeding, or to cut off the blood supply to a tumor. imaging of the intra- and extracranial circulation bilaterally. even if the embolization requires additional vessel selections 61650 Endovascular intracranial prolonged administration of pharmacologic agent(s) other than for thrombolysis, arterial, including catheter placement, diagnostic angiography, and imaging guidance; initial vascular territory right and left common and external carotid arteries. Note: All catheter placements, imaging, and infusion therapy are bundled in these new codes for 2016. 2015 ICD-9-CM Procedure 88.41 Arteriography of cerebral arteries; Note: approximate conversions between ICD-9-CM codes and ICD-10-PCS codes may require clinical interpretation in order to determine the most appropriate conversion code(s) for your specific coding situation. For a cerebral arteriogram, a catheter is usually inserted into an artery in the groin. referred for detailed study of the feeding vessels and for Two more coils are placed to complete embolization (61624, 75894). as a diagnostic external carotid artery study. Ask the Experts: Mycotic Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms: Is Endovascular Repair Definitive or Simply a Bridge Therapy? The spinal cord is considered to be one surgical site, and is coded as one embolization procedure, even if multiple vessels are embolized. carotid, BTO, neurologic monitoring, and followup Both common carotid arteries are selected and cervical carotid imaging is performed (36222-50 Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral extracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed ‒ Bilateral procedure). The above-listed thrombolysis and thrombectomy codes may be performed in the outpatient setting for Medicare recipients; while venous cerebral embolization requires inpatient status. most commonly used codes for carotid procedures. Separately report diagnostic angiography per guidelines detailed in chapter 3. The left side is selected, imaged, and embolized in a similar fashion. than was used for the diagnostic study, but additional (the diagnostic study had been performed 2 days previously), CPT Codes for Peripheral Angiography for Upper and Lower Extremities Extremities are the most common sites to study during interventional radiology medical coding . stent placement (using distal embolic protection). This may result in vessel rupture with subsequent stroke or death related to the affected region of the brain. For example, the arterial thrombectomy codes (37184 to 37186) were revised to indicate they are not to be used for intracranial procedures. A stent or stents placed to facilitate deployment of embolization codes are included in the embolization codes and not separately reported. Code 61645 includes all the above procedures (when done) performed on one cerebral territory for diagnosis and treatment of a stroke. Infusion of TPA is initiated (37212 Transcatheter therapy, venous infusion for thrombolysis, any method, including radiological supervision and interpretation, initial treatment day) at 1 mg/hr. reported using modifier -59 to designate that it is not the The NCCI Manual Chapter 5 states: “For vascular embolization procedures (CPT codes 37241- 37244) physicians may separately report selective catheterization CPT codes. Example: Patient is a 2-year-old with dehydration and superior sagittal sinus thrombosis. In March, we covered urinary intervention and in April we covered percutaneous biliary interventional coding. Arch aortography and diagnostic bilateral carotid angiographyare performed from a femoral arterial puncture,including flush aortography and bilateral selective catheterizationof the common carotid arteries, with diagnosticimaging of the intra- and extracranial circulation bilaterally.The study finds a 90% stenosis of the right internal carotidorigin. 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