0345T Transcath mtral vlve repair
Also known as: mitral clip, percutaneous mitral repair, transcatheter mitral repair
Transcatheter mitral valve repair via percutaneous approach. Catheter-based repair of mitral regurgitation without surgical intervention.
In Plain Language
Fixing leaky heart valve without surgery; Catheter-based valve repair
Clinical Context
Used for functional or degenerative mitral regurgitation unfit for surgery or high-risk surgical candidates. Improves symptoms and reduces heart failure progression.
RVU Information
CPT 0345T does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Category III codes for emerging technology do not receive RVU assignments. Reimbursement is negotiated with individual payers.
Billing & Documentation
Category III codes are temporary codes for emerging technology, services, and procedures. They are not assigned RVU values by CMS. Coverage and reimbursement vary by payer — check with individual insurers before billing. These codes sunset after 5 years if not converted to Category I.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 0345T?
CPT 0345T (Transcath mtral vlve repair) is a Category III code. Transcatheter mitral valve repair via percutaneous approach. Catheter-based repair of mitral regurgitation without surgical intervention.
Is 0345T a permanent CPT code?
No — 0345T is a Category III temporary code for emerging technology. It may be converted to a permanent Category I code if widely adopted. Category III codes expire after 5 years without renewal.
When is CPT 0345T used?
Used for functional or degenerative mitral regurgitation unfit for surgery or high-risk surgical candidates. Improves symptoms and reduces heart failure progression.
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