Heart and vascular system - MBS item (38556)

The following MBS item is included in this clinical category.

38556
Repair or replacement of ascending thoracic aorta, including: (a) aortic valve replacement or repair; and (b) implantation of coronary arteries; and (c) cardiopulmonary bypass; and (d) retrograde cardioplegia (if performed); other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38603, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

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