A5102 Bedside drainage btl with wo tube
Also known as: drainage bottle, collection bottle, drain bag
A bedside drainage bottle or bag for collection of fluid drainage from tubes or catheters at bedside. Available with or without integral tubing.
In Plain Language
container for drainage at bedside; collection bottle for tubes
Clinical Context
Used in hospital and home settings for chest tube, abdominal drain, or other wound drain management. Gravity-assisted drainage with volume graduations.
RVU Information
CPT A5102 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 A5102?
CPT A5102 (Bedside drainage btl with wo tube) is a A Codes code. A bedside drainage bottle or bag for collection of fluid drainage from tubes or catheters at bedside. Available with or without integral tubing.
Does Medicare cover A5102?
Medicare coverage for A5102 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used in hospital and home settings for chest tube, abdominal drain, or other wound drain management. Gravity-assisted drainage with volume graduations. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A5102 used?
Used in hospital and home settings for chest tube, abdominal drain, or other wound drain management. Gravity-assisted drainage with volume graduations.
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