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0747T Car ablt radiation arrhyt dlvr radiation

Category III

Also known as: Radiofrequency ablation, RF ablation, Arrhythmia ablation

Cardiac ablation of arrhythmia with radiofrequency energy delivery.

In Plain Language

Using radiofrequency energy to stop irregular heart rhythm; Heat treatment for heart arrhythmia

Clinical Context

Therapeutic ablation of arrhythmogenic tissue using radiofrequency energy, definitive treatment for many cardiac arrhythmias.

RVU Information

CPT 0747T 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

CardiologyElectrophysiology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 0747T?

CPT 0747T (Car ablt radiation arrhyt dlvr radiation) is a Category III code. Cardiac ablation of arrhythmia with radiofrequency energy delivery.

Is 0747T a permanent CPT code?

No — 0747T 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 0747T used?

Therapeutic ablation of arrhythmogenic tissue using radiofrequency energy, definitive treatment for many cardiac arrhythmias.

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