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0901T Plmt bone marrow smplg port

Category III

Also known as: bone marrow port placement, marrow access port

Placement of bone marrow sampling portal. Surgical establishment of access port for repeated bone marrow sampling.

In Plain Language

Surgically placing a port for repeated bone marrow sampling; Marrow access port

Clinical Context

Used for placement of vascular access device to facilitate repeated bone marrow aspirations in patients requiring frequent sampling.

RVU Information

CPT 0901T 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

HematologyOncology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 0901T?

CPT 0901T (Plmt bone marrow smplg port) is a Category III code. Placement of bone marrow sampling portal. Surgical establishment of access port for repeated bone marrow sampling.

Is 0901T a permanent CPT code?

No — 0901T 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 0901T used?

Used for placement of vascular access device to facilitate repeated bone marrow aspirations in patients requiring frequent sampling.

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