A4387 Ost clsd pouch w att st barr
Also known as: closed pouch system, one-piece ostomy bag
Ostomy closed pouch with attached skin barrier, a pre-assembled one-piece ostomy system combining disposable pouch with integrated barrier.
In Plain Language
all-in-one stoma pouch; attached barrier bag
Clinical Context
Used in colostomy patients with formed or absent stool output. Simplifies system and reduces component count.
RVU Information
CPT A4387 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 A4387?
CPT A4387 (Ost clsd pouch w att st barr) is a A Codes code. Ostomy closed pouch with attached skin barrier, a pre-assembled one-piece ostomy system combining disposable pouch with integrated barrier.
Does Medicare cover A4387?
Medicare coverage for A4387 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used in colostomy patients with formed or absent stool output. Simplifies system and reduces component count. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A4387 used?
Used in colostomy patients with formed or absent stool output. Simplifies system and reduces component count.
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