Optical coherence tomography (OCT) guided coronary stent insertion

This page provides information for Optical coherence tomography (OCT) guided coronary stent insertion for patients eligible for coronary revascularisation for- bifurcation lesions, in-stent thrombosis and lesions >28mm (long lesion).

Page last updated: 30 June 2025

From 1 July 2025 a new MBS item will be introduced for OCT which is an adjunct imaging service used to assist coronary artery stent insertion. MSAC supported this measure by endorsing MSAC application 1743, recognising a clinical need for fewer procedural complications.

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