0894T Cannulation liver allograft
Also known as: liver cannulation, allograft vascular access
Cannulation of liver allograft vessels. Surgical vascular access establishment in transplanted liver.
In Plain Language
Creating blood vessel access in transplanted liver; Liver vessel cannulation
Clinical Context
Used for establishment of vascular cannulation in liver allograft during transplant surgery or perfusion techniques.
RVU Information
CPT 0894T 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 0894T?
CPT 0894T (Cannulation liver allograft) is a Category III code. Cannulation of liver allograft vessels. Surgical vascular access establishment in transplanted liver.
Is 0894T a permanent CPT code?
No — 0894T 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 0894T used?
Used for establishment of vascular cannulation in liver allograft during transplant surgery or perfusion techniques.
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