A4708 Acetate concentration sol per gallon
Also known as: acetate concentrate, buffer concentrate, sodium acetate
Sodium acetate concentrate solution supplied in gallon containers, used in peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis as an alternative buffer and electrolyte source.
In Plain Language
dialysis concentrate solution; pH control liquid
Clinical Context
Used to prepare dialysate with acetate buffer system. Some patients tolerate acetate better than bicarbonate. Available in various concentrations.
RVU Information
CPT A4708 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 A4708?
CPT A4708 (Acetate concentration sol per gallon) is a A Codes code. Sodium acetate concentrate solution supplied in gallon containers, used in peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis as an alternative buffer and electrolyte source.
Does Medicare cover A4708?
Medicare coverage for A4708 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used to prepare dialysate with acetate buffer system. Some patients tolerate acetate better than bicarbonate. Available in various concentrations. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A4708 used?
Used to prepare dialysate with acetate buffer system. Some patients tolerate acetate better than bicarbonate. Available in various concentrations.
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