0718T Adrc therapy prtl rc tear njx
Also known as: Cell therapy injection, Rotator cuff cell injection, Dermal cell injection
Autologous dermal cell therapy for partial rotator cuff tear with injection.
In Plain Language
Injecting your own cells into torn shoulder muscle; Cellular treatment injection for rotator cuff
Clinical Context
Injection component of autologous dermal cell therapy for partial rotator cuff tears, including localization and delivery of cellular material.
RVU Information
CPT 0718T 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 0718T?
CPT 0718T (Adrc therapy prtl rc tear njx) is a Category III code. Autologous dermal cell therapy for partial rotator cuff tear with injection.
Is 0718T a permanent CPT code?
No — 0718T 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 0718T used?
Injection component of autologous dermal cell therapy for partial rotator cuff tears, including localization and delivery of cellular material.
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