Use 96523, not nurse visit, to report implantable port/pump flush

Article Overview

This article covers billing guidance for implantable port or pump flushing services performed in an office or similar setting. It discusses the reporting transition to a specific procedure code, the Medicare incident-to framework, supervision and employment considerations for nonphysician practitioners, and the effect of National Correct Coding Initiative guidance when another infusion service is involved. The content is relevant to professional coders, billing staff, and practices that manage oncology-related infusion access devices.