decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2008 Issue 4 (April)
Four steps to understanding insertion of venous access devices
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Article Overview
This educational article helps coders understand the structure of CPT guidance for central venous access device insertion. It describes the broad factors used to organize the section, including where the device terminates, whether placement is central or peripheral, whether the device is tunneled, and whether it includes a port or pump. The article is aimed at coders working with operative notes and venous access procedures who need a framework for reviewing the CPT central venous access section.
Why This Topic Matters
Central venous access device coding can be difficult to navigate because CPT organizes the topic into multiple procedure categories and uses several procedural characteristics to distinguish among them. Understanding the article’s framework can help readers determine whether their case belongs in this area of CPT and what general information must be reviewed in the source documentation.
What You Will Learn
- How CPT organizes central venous access device insertion procedures
- Which broad device characteristics are reviewed when classifying venous access procedures
- How insertion route, tunneling, and device features affect the coding framework
- Why patient age is part of the CPT central venous access device discussion
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Interventional radiology coders
- Hospital outpatient coders
- Physician practice coders
Codes Discussed
Code Ranges Discussed
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