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90989 Dialysis training complete

Medicine

Also known as: dialysis training complete, ESRD patient training, renal training completion

Dialysis training provided to end-stage renal disease patients for self-management, when training is completed within the specified period.

In Plain Language

training on how to do dialysis at home; kidney disease self-care instruction

Clinical Context

Educational services for dialysis patients to learn self-dialysis techniques, vascular access care, diet management, and medication compliance when training is successfully completed.

RVU Information

CPT 90989 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.

Billing & Documentation

Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.

How This Code Compares

This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Medicine category, 34% of codes share this characteristic.

Specialties

NephrologyRenal NursingPatient Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 90989?

CPT 90989 (Dialysis training complete) is a Medicine code. Dialysis training provided to end-stage renal disease patients for self-management, when training is completed within the specified period.

Who uses CPT code 90989?

CPT 90989 is used by Nephrology, Renal Nursing, Patient Education. Educational services for dialysis patients to learn self-dialysis techniques, vascular access care, diet management, and medication compliance when training is successfully completed.

When is CPT 90989 used?

Educational services for dialysis patients to learn self-dialysis techniques, vascular access care, diet management, and medication compliance when training is successfully completed.

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