A4216 Sterile water/saline, 10 milliliters
Also known as: saline flush, sterile saline, normal saline
Sterile Water or Saline 10 milliliters, a small-volume sterile fluid preparation for wound irrigation, equipment cleansing, or medication dilution.
In Plain Language
sterile salt water; wound rinse
Clinical Context
Used for wound care, equipment sterilization, intravenous line flushing, and medication reconstitution in clinical settings.
RVU Information
CPT A4216 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 A4216?
CPT A4216 (Sterile water/saline, 10 milliliters) is a A Codes code. Sterile Water or Saline 10 milliliters, a small-volume sterile fluid preparation for wound irrigation, equipment cleansing, or medication dilution.
Does Medicare cover A4216?
Medicare coverage for A4216 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used for wound care, equipment sterilization, intravenous line flushing, and medication reconstitution in clinical settings. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A4216 used?
Used for wound care, equipment sterilization, intravenous line flushing, and medication reconstitution in clinical settings.
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