A4352 Coude tip urinary catheter
Also known as: coude catheter, angled catheter
Coude tip urinary catheter, an intermittent catheter with angled insertion tip for navigating anatomical obstructions in male catheterization.
In Plain Language
curved-tip catheter; obstruction-navigating tube
Clinical Context
Used in male patients with urethral strictures or enlarged prostate who need intermittent self-catheterization. Coude tip facilitates insertion.
RVU Information
CPT A4352 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 A4352?
CPT A4352 (Coude tip urinary catheter) is a A Codes code. Coude tip urinary catheter, an intermittent catheter with angled insertion tip for navigating anatomical obstructions in male catheterization.
Does Medicare cover A4352?
Medicare coverage for A4352 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used in male patients with urethral strictures or enlarged prostate who need intermittent self-catheterization. Coude tip facilitates insertion. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A4352 used?
Used in male patients with urethral strictures or enlarged prostate who need intermittent self-catheterization. Coude tip facilitates insertion.
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