0659T Transcatheter intra-c nfs supersat o2
Also known as: Intracoronary supersaturated oxygen
Transcatheter intracoronary infusion with supersaturated oxygen delivery to ischemic tissue. This Category III code represents catheter-based tissue oxygenation enhancement.
In Plain Language
Heart catheter oxygen treatment
Clinical Context
Used for acute myocardial infarction to improve myocardial oxygenation and salvage ischemic tissue via transcatheter delivery of supersaturated oxygen.
RVU Information
CPT 0659T 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 0659T?
CPT 0659T (Transcatheter intra-c nfs supersat o2) is a Category III code. Transcatheter intracoronary infusion with supersaturated oxygen delivery to ischemic tissue. This Category III code represents catheter-based tissue oxygenation enhancement.
Is 0659T a permanent CPT code?
No — 0659T 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 0659T used?
Used for acute myocardial infarction to improve myocardial oxygenation and salvage ischemic tissue via transcatheter delivery of supersaturated oxygen.
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