Surgery: Cardiovascular System (Q&A) (November 2012)

November 2012 page 13a Surgery: Cardiovascular System Question: Do the codes for inpatient "midline" central venous catheter insertion ( 36568 and 36569 ) also pertain to insertion of midlines in an outpatient setting? Answer: Yes. "Midline" central venous catheters may be inserted in either an inpatient or outpatient setting. The descriptors for code 36568 , Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump; younger than 5 years of age, and code 36569 , Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older, are not specific to any...

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This short CPT Assistant Q&A explains the scope of a cardiovascular surgery coding question involving catheter insertion in inpatient and outpatient settings. It is useful for coders, billers, and compliance staff who need to understand the article’s setting-related clarification and the general topic area covered.

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  1. November 2012 page 13a

    A brief Q&A format discussion from the cardiovascular surgery section of CPT Assistant for November 2012.

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