A4224 Supply insulin inferior catheter/week
Also known as: insulin infusion supplies, pump supplies, weekly kit
Supply for Insulin Infusion Catheter per week, weekly supply components for continuous insulin infusion pump therapy including tubing and cartridge.
In Plain Language
weekly insulin pump supplies; continuous insulin kit
Clinical Context
Provided weekly for insulin pump therapy patients requiring continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion for diabetes management.
RVU Information
CPT A4224 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 A4224?
CPT A4224 (Supply insulin inferior catheter/week) is a A Codes code. Supply for Insulin Infusion Catheter per week, weekly supply components for continuous insulin infusion pump therapy including tubing and cartridge.
Does Medicare cover A4224?
Medicare coverage for A4224 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Provided weekly for insulin pump therapy patients requiring continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion for diabetes management. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A4224 used?
Provided weekly for insulin pump therapy patients requiring continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion for diabetes management.
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