A6240 Hydrocolld drainage filler paste
Also known as: hydrocolloid filler, hydrocolloid paste
Hydrocolloid wound filler in paste or putty form for packing cavitary wounds and filling dead space.
In Plain Language
paste filling for deep wounds
Clinical Context
Packed into wound cavities, sinuses, and tunnels to fill dead space while absorbing exudate and promoting granulation.
RVU Information
CPT A6240 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 A6240?
CPT A6240 (Hydrocolld drainage filler paste) is a A Codes code. Hydrocolloid wound filler in paste or putty form for packing cavitary wounds and filling dead space.
Does Medicare cover A6240?
Medicare coverage for A6240 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Packed into wound cavities, sinuses, and tunnels to fill dead space while absorbing exudate and promoting granulation. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A6240 used?
Packed into wound cavities, sinuses, and tunnels to fill dead space while absorbing exudate and promoting granulation.
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