Dialysis Codes (Fall 1993)

Why This Topic Matters

Dialysis coding spans multiple service types and care settings, so understanding how the article organizes these topics can help users assess whether they need the full guidance. The article is relevant to professionals working with CPT-based dialysis, ESRD management, and vascular access documentation.

Article Sections

1. Fall 1993 page 1

   Introductory material and background on dialysis coding changes, including the article’s overall scope and historical context.

2. Hemodialysis

   Overview of hemodialysis services and related physician reporting concepts for inpatient care.

3. Peritoneal Dialysis

   Overview of peritoneal dialysis services, associated catheter placement topics, and related physician reporting concepts.

4. Intervascular Cannulization or Shunt

   General discussion of dialysis access procedures involving cannulas, shunts, fistulas, and related vascular access concepts.

5. List of Commonly Used CPT Codes to Provide/Revise Hemodialysis Access

   A catalog-style section covering commonly used CPT vascular access procedures for hemodialysis support and revision.

6. Discussion of Codes

   Narrative explanation of the access-related CPT codes and how the article distinguishes among the listed procedure categories.

7. Other Complications

   Complications associated with dialysis access and broad reporting considerations for related corrective procedures.

8. End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)

   ESRD-related physician services, monthly versus partial-month reporting, and dialysis training codes discussed in the article.

9. Glossary of Terms

   Definitions of terms used in the article to support understanding of dialysis and access-related terminology.