A4379 Urinary plastic pouch w fcpl
Also known as: plastic urostomy pouch, urine collection bag
Urinary plastic pouch with face plate, a plastic urostomy drainage pouch for collection of urine from ileal or continent conduits with face plate.
In Plain Language
plastic urine collection bag; urinary drainage pouch
Clinical Context
Used in urostomy patients for continent urinary diversion. Allows continuous drainage into external collection system.
RVU Information
CPT A4379 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 A4379?
CPT A4379 (Urinary plastic pouch w fcpl) is a A Codes code. Urinary plastic pouch with face plate, a plastic urostomy drainage pouch for collection of urine from ileal or continent conduits with face plate.
Does Medicare cover A4379?
Medicare coverage for A4379 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used in urostomy patients for continent urinary diversion. Allows continuous drainage into external collection system. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A4379 used?
Used in urostomy patients for continent urinary diversion. Allows continuous drainage into external collection system.
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