A4217 Sterile water/saline, 500 milliliters
Also known as: saline solution, sterile saline, irrigation fluid
Sterile Water or Saline 500 milliliters, a medium-volume sterile fluid for wound irrigation, equipment cleaning, and clinical care applications.
In Plain Language
sterile salt water solution; wound irrigation
Clinical Context
Used for extensive wound irrigation, catheter care, equipment cleansing, and medication reconstitution.
RVU Information
CPT A4217 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 A4217?
CPT A4217 (Sterile water/saline, 500 milliliters) is a A Codes code. Sterile Water or Saline 500 milliliters, a medium-volume sterile fluid for wound irrigation, equipment cleaning, and clinical care applications.
Does Medicare cover A4217?
Medicare coverage for A4217 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used for extensive wound irrigation, catheter care, equipment cleansing, and medication reconstitution. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A4217 used?
Used for extensive wound irrigation, catheter care, equipment cleansing, and medication reconstitution.
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