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A5200 Percutaneous catheter anchor

A Codes

Also known as: catheter anchor, catheter securement device, tube holder

Percutaneous (through-the-skin) anchor or fixation device used to secure and stabilize catheters at the insertion site.

In Plain Language

catheter holder; tube attachment patch

Clinical Context

Applied at skin insertion sites for central lines, peripherally inserted central catheters, or other percutaneous devices to prevent migration, tension, and infection. Standard in critical care and home infusion.

RVU Information

CPT A5200 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

Critical CareInfusion NursingHospital Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code A5200?

CPT A5200 (Percutaneous catheter anchor) is a A Codes code. Percutaneous (through-the-skin) anchor or fixation device used to secure and stabilize catheters at the insertion site.

Does Medicare cover A5200?

Medicare coverage for A5200 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Applied at skin insertion sites for central lines, peripherally inserted central catheters, or other percutaneous devices to prevent migration, tension, and infection. Standard in critical care and home infusion. A physician order is typically required.

When is CPT A5200 used?

Applied at skin insertion sites for central lines, peripherally inserted central catheters, or other percutaneous devices to prevent migration, tension, and infection. Standard in critical care and home infusion.

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