96446 Chemotx admn pertl cav implant
Also known as: Intraperitoneal chemo, IP chemotherapy, Peritoneal port chemo
Administration of chemotherapy into peritoneal cavity via percutaneous implanted catheter or port. Chemotherapy agents are infused directly into the abdominal cavity space.
In Plain Language
Cancer medicine injected into the belly cavity; Chemotherapy into abdominal space
Clinical Context
Used for ovarian cancer, primary peritoneal cancer, and peritoneal carcinomatosis. Delivers high drug concentrations directly to abdominal organs while minimizing systemic toxicity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.37 |
| Total RVU | 0.37 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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
With a work RVU of 0.37, this code ranks in the 23rd percentile among Medicine codes — 2.1x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 96446?
CPT 96446 (Chemotx admn pertl cav implant) is a Medicine code. Administration of chemotherapy into peritoneal cavity via percutaneous implanted catheter or port. Chemotherapy agents are infused directly into the abdominal cavity space.
Who uses CPT code 96446?
CPT 96446 is used by Gynecologic Oncology, Oncology, General Surgery. Used for ovarian cancer, primary peritoneal cancer, and peritoneal carcinomatosis. Delivers high drug concentrations directly to abdominal organs while minimizing systemic toxicity.
When is CPT 96446 used?
Used for ovarian cancer, primary peritoneal cancer, and peritoneal carcinomatosis. Delivers high drug concentrations directly to abdominal organs while minimizing systemic toxicity.
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