0675T Laps insj nw/rpcmt implantable subcutaneous defibrillator sensing system 1ld
Also known as: Laparoscopic pacemaker/ICD single lead
Laparoscopic insertion of new or replacement pacemaker or implantable cardioverter-defibrillator with single lead. This Category III code represents laparoscopic device implantation.
In Plain Language
Minimally invasive heart device with single wire
Clinical Context
Used for laparoscopic placement of single-lead cardiac devices when conventional transvenous approach is not feasible.
RVU Information
CPT 0675T 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 0675T?
CPT 0675T (Laps insj nw/rpcmt implantable subcutaneous defibrillator sensing system 1ld) is a Category III code. Laparoscopic insertion of new or replacement pacemaker or implantable cardioverter-defibrillator with single lead. This Category III code represents laparoscopic device implantation.
Is 0675T a permanent CPT code?
No — 0675T 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 0675T used?
Used for laparoscopic placement of single-lead cardiac devices when conventional transvenous approach is not feasible.
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