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A4355 Bladder irrigation tubing

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Also known as: irrigation tubing, bladder irrigation line

Bladder irrigation tubing, flexible plastic tubing that connects irrigation solution containers to bladder catheters for continuous or intermittent irrigation.

In Plain Language

bladder washing tube; irrigation delivery line

Clinical Context

Used to deliver irrigating solutions directly into the bladder through catheters for therapeutic or preventive purposes.

RVU Information

CPT A4355 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

UrologyNursing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code A4355?

CPT A4355 (Bladder irrigation tubing) is a A Codes code. Bladder irrigation tubing, flexible plastic tubing that connects irrigation solution containers to bladder catheters for continuous or intermittent irrigation.

Does Medicare cover A4355?

Medicare coverage for A4355 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used to deliver irrigating solutions directly into the bladder through catheters for therapeutic or preventive purposes. A physician order is typically required.

When is CPT A4355 used?

Used to deliver irrigating solutions directly into the bladder through catheters for therapeutic or preventive purposes.

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