A5505 Diab shoe with metatarsal bar
Also known as: diabetic metatarsal bar shoe, met bar diabetic shoe
Diabetic shoe with metatarsal bar support positioned under the metatarsal heads to offload pressure from high-risk areas.
In Plain Language
diabetic shoe with foot bar support; pressure relief shoe for diabetics
Clinical Context
Used for patients with diabetes experiencing metatarsal pain, plantar ulcers, or pressure points. The bar redistributes pressure proximally and provides support during gait.
RVU Information
CPT A5505 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 A5505?
CPT A5505 (Diab shoe with metatarsal bar) is a A Codes code. Diabetic shoe with metatarsal bar support positioned under the metatarsal heads to offload pressure from high-risk areas.
Does Medicare cover A5505?
Medicare coverage for A5505 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used for patients with diabetes experiencing metatarsal pain, plantar ulcers, or pressure points. The bar redistributes pressure proximally and provides support during gait. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A5505 used?
Used for patients with diabetes experiencing metatarsal pain, plantar ulcers, or pressure points. The bar redistributes pressure proximally and provides support during gait.
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against national data — all in one app.
CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.