Q0477 Pwr module pt cable lvad rpl
Also known as: LVAD power cable, VAD power module, power cable
Power module patient cable for left ventricular assist device (LVAD) replacement, a component used to supply electrical power to an implanted mechanical heart pump.
In Plain Language
heart pump power cable; artificial heart power
Clinical Context
Component of LVAD system used in end-stage heart failure patients. Connects implanted pump to external power source. Replacement necessary when cable becomes damaged or worn.
RVU Information
CPT Q0477 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Q-codes are temporary HCPCS codes used when no permanent code exists. Coverage and reimbursement vary by payer and region. Document the clinical indication and medical necessity. These codes may be replaced by permanent codes in future HCPCS updates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code Q0477?
CPT Q0477 (Pwr module pt cable lvad rpl) is a Q Codes code. Power module patient cable for left ventricular assist device (LVAD) replacement, a component used to supply electrical power to an implanted mechanical heart pump.
Is Q0477 covered by insurance?
Q0477 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Component of LVAD system used in end-stage heart failure patients. Connects implanted pump to external power source. Replacement necessary when cable becomes damaged or worn.
When is CPT Q0477 used?
Component of LVAD system used in end-stage heart failure patients. Connects implanted pump to external power source. Replacement necessary when cable becomes damaged or worn.
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