AMA CPT® Assistant - 2026 Issue 9 (September)
Reporting Aortic Wall Stabilization Drug Delivery (0994T, 0995T)
September 2026 page 16 Reporting Aortic Wall Stabilization Drug Delivery ( 0994T , 0995T ) For the CPT 2026 code set, new Category III codes were established to describe percutaneous ( 0994T ) and open ( 0995T ) endovascular delivery of aortic wall stabilization drug therapy. In addition, exclusionary parenthetical notes were added to assist with their correct reporting. This article provides an overview of the intent and use of these new codes. Category III Codes 0994T Endovascular delivery of aortic wall stabilization drug therapy through a sheath positioned within an abdominal aortic aneurysm, with aortic roadmapping, balloon occlusion, imaging...
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Article Overview
This article reviews the 2026 CPT additions for percutaneous and open endovascular delivery of aortic wall stabilization drug therapy. It discusses the purpose of the new code category, related reporting notes, services included in the procedures, and illustrative procedural scenarios. It is intended for medical coders and professionals involved in aortic endovascular procedures who need context about the new coding topic.
Why This Topic Matters
The article explains the context for new CPT terminology addressing aortic wall stabilization drug delivery and summarizes the kinds of reporting considerations associated with the procedures.
Article Sections
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Category III Codes
Introduces the new CPT coding topic and discusses its reporting context, including related notes and services addressed by the procedures.
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Clinical Example / Description of Procedure
Covers an illustrative percutaneous scenario and a broad procedural narrative for aortic wall stabilization drug delivery.
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Clinical Example / Description of Procedure
Covers an illustrative open-access scenario and a broad procedural narrative for aortic wall stabilization drug delivery.
What You Will Learn
- The context for the 2026 CPT additions related to aortic wall stabilization drug delivery.
- The general distinction between percutaneous and open procedural approaches discussed in the article.
- The reporting topics and procedural components addressed in the article.
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Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding and billing professionals
- Professionals involved in aortic endovascular procedures
Codes Discussed
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