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4070F Dvt prophylx recvd day 2

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Also known as: DVT prophylaxis day 2, VTE prophylaxis delayed

Performance measure indicating documentation that deep vein thrombosis prophylaxis was received on day 2 or later of hospitalization. Tracks VTE prevention timing.

In Plain Language

blood clot prevention starting day 2 of hospital stay

Clinical Context

Quality measure tracking appropriate timing of VTE prophylaxis initiation. Some patients may have delayed prophylaxis due to bleeding risk.

RVU Information

CPT 4070F does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.

Billing & Documentation

Documentation should include the clinical indication, service details, and any applicable performance metrics. Coverage may vary by payer — verify acceptance before billing.

Specialties

SurgeryHospitalistsInternal Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 4070F?

CPT 4070F (Dvt prophylx recvd day 2) is a Other code. Performance measure indicating documentation that deep vein thrombosis prophylaxis was received on day 2 or later of hospitalization. Tracks VTE prevention timing.

Who uses CPT code 4070F?

CPT 4070F is used by Surgery, Hospitalists, Internal Medicine. Quality measure tracking appropriate timing of VTE prophylaxis initiation. Some patients may have delayed prophylaxis due to bleeding risk.

When is CPT 4070F used?

Quality measure tracking appropriate timing of VTE prophylaxis initiation. Some patients may have delayed prophylaxis due to bleeding risk.

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.