A4929 Tourniquet for dialysis, each
Also known as: dialysis tourniquet, blood pressure tourniquet, vascular tourniquet
An elastic or fabric tourniquet used in hemodialysis to temporarily occlude blood vessels and facilitate vascular access or blood withdrawal from dialysis shunts.
In Plain Language
rubber band to stop blood flow for access; tourniquet for vein access
Clinical Context
Used during hemodialysis cannulation to engorge vessels and facilitate needle placement. Also used during dialysis to assess access patency.
RVU Information
CPT A4929 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 A4929?
CPT A4929 (Tourniquet for dialysis, each) is a A Codes code. An elastic or fabric tourniquet used in hemodialysis to temporarily occlude blood vessels and facilitate vascular access or blood withdrawal from dialysis shunts.
Does Medicare cover A4929?
Medicare coverage for A4929 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used during hemodialysis cannulation to engorge vessels and facilitate needle placement. Also used during dialysis to assess access patency. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A4929 used?
Used during hemodialysis cannulation to engorge vessels and facilitate needle placement. Also used during dialysis to assess access patency.
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