0776T Therapy indctj ntrabrn hypthrm
Also known as: Therapeutic hypothermia, Induced cooling, Neuroprotection therapy
Therapeutic induction of intracerebral hypothermia.
In Plain Language
Controlled brain cooling for treatment; Therapeutic lowering of brain temperature
Clinical Context
Used for neuroprotection following cardiac arrest, traumatic brain injury, or stroke by inducing controlled hypothermia.
RVU Information
CPT 0776T 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 0776T?
CPT 0776T (Therapy indctj ntrabrn hypthrm) is a Category III code. Therapeutic induction of intracerebral hypothermia.
Is 0776T a permanent CPT code?
No — 0776T 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 0776T used?
Used for neuroprotection following cardiac arrest, traumatic brain injury, or stroke by inducing controlled hypothermia.
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