Intravascular [ultrasound] imaging of blood vessels. Note: real-time imaging of lumen of blood vessel(s) using sound waves. Code also any synchronous diagnostic or therapeutic procedures. Excludes: adjunct vascular system procedures, number of vessels treated (00.40-00.43) diagnostic procedures on blood vessels (38.21-38.29)
Video: Separation of Powers: Definition & Examples. Separation of powers is the distribution of political authority within a government. Learn more about how separation of power works in the United States, then check your understanding of this topic with a quiz.
Separation of powers is a political doctrine originating in the writings of Montesquieu in The Spirit of the Laws where he urged for a constitutional government with three separate branches of government. Each of the three branches would have defined abilities to check the powers of the other branches.