A2018 Permeaderm c, per square centimeters
Also known as: PERMEADERM C, collagen membrane, advanced matrix
PERMEADERM C, Acellular Collagen Matrix per square centimeter, an advanced collagen membrane for chronic wound management with optimized permeability.
In Plain Language
collagen wound dressing; permeable matrix
Clinical Context
Applied to diabetic ulcers, venous leg ulcers, and surgical wounds where selective permeability and collagen scaffold support healing.
RVU Information
CPT A2018 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.
Billing & Documentation
HCPCS A-codes cover medical supplies, equipment, and transport services. Documentation must establish medical necessity and include a physician order. For durable medical equipment (DME), a Certificate of Medical Necessity (CMN) or detailed written order may be required.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code A2018?
CPT A2018 (Permeaderm c, per square centimeters) is a A Codes code. PERMEADERM C, Acellular Collagen Matrix per square centimeter, an advanced collagen membrane for chronic wound management with optimized permeability.
Does Medicare cover A2018?
Medicare coverage for A2018 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Applied to diabetic ulcers, venous leg ulcers, and surgical wounds where selective permeability and collagen scaffold support healing. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A2018 used?
Applied to diabetic ulcers, venous leg ulcers, and surgical wounds where selective permeability and collagen scaffold support healing.
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