A4259 Lancets per box
Also known as: lancets, blood lancets, fingerstick needles
Lancets per box, individually packaged sterile sharp instruments for blood sampling via finger prick in glucose monitoring or testing.
In Plain Language
finger prick needles; blood sample needles
Clinical Context
Used multiple times daily by diabetic patients with lancet devices to obtain blood samples for glucose testing.
RVU Information
CPT A4259 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 A4259?
CPT A4259 (Lancets per box) is a A Codes code. Lancets per box, individually packaged sterile sharp instruments for blood sampling via finger prick in glucose monitoring or testing.
Does Medicare cover A4259?
Medicare coverage for A4259 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used multiple times daily by diabetic patients with lancet devices to obtain blood samples for glucose testing. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A4259 used?
Used multiple times daily by diabetic patients with lancet devices to obtain blood samples for glucose testing.
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