Q4004 Cast superior shoulder cast fbrgl
Also known as: shoulder cast fiberglass, fiberglass shoulder cast
Cast supplies for shoulder cast in fiberglass material, materials and supplies for constructing shoulder fiberglass cast.
In Plain Language
shoulder cast; arm sling cast
Clinical Context
Fiberglass shoulder immobilization cast, lighter and more durable than plaster. Used for shoulder and upper arm fractures and injuries.
RVU Information
CPT Q4004 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 Q4004?
CPT Q4004 (Cast superior shoulder cast fbrgl) is a Q Codes code. Cast supplies for shoulder cast in fiberglass material, materials and supplies for constructing shoulder fiberglass cast.
Is Q4004 covered by insurance?
Q4004 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Fiberglass shoulder immobilization cast, lighter and more durable than plaster. Used for shoulder and upper arm fractures and injuries.
When is CPT Q4004 used?
Fiberglass shoulder immobilization cast, lighter and more durable than plaster. Used for shoulder and upper arm fractures and injuries.
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