tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2020 Issue Q4

Reader Questions: Pick the Correct PICC Line Code

Question: I’m looking for clarification about whether radiological supervision is required to receive reimbursement for PICC line insertions. I see that the code 36569 speaks to insertion of PICC (we do use imaging guidance, however) and 36584 speaks to all the services included in payment, but I don’t see where it indicates that radiological supervision is mandatory to receive payment. Am I correct in stating that? Indiana Subscriber Answer: Yes, according to the details in CPT® 2021, you are correct. CPT® clearly states that peripherally inserted central venous catheters (PICC) may be placed with or without imaging...

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