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0569T Ttvr percutaneous appr first prosthesis

Category III

Also known as: Percutaneous tricuspid valve replacement, TTVR first valve

Transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement, percutaneous approach, first prosthesis.

In Plain Language

Catheter tricuspid valve replacement; Minimally invasive valve replacement

Clinical Context

Used for severe tricuspid regurgitation in high-risk patients using percutaneous transcatheter approach to implant replacement valve without surgery.

RVU Information

CPT 0569T 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

Interventional CardiologyCardiology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 0569T?

CPT 0569T (Ttvr percutaneous appr first prosthesis) is a Category III code. Transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement, percutaneous approach, first prosthesis.

Is 0569T a permanent CPT code?

No — 0569T 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 0569T used?

Used for severe tricuspid regurgitation in high-risk patients using percutaneous transcatheter approach to implant replacement valve without surgery.

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