Q4037 Cast superior shrt leg plaster
Also known as: adult short leg plaster cast, below-knee plaster cast, ankle-foot cast
Prefabricated short leg cast for adults made of plaster material. Provides immobilization from knee to ankle.
In Plain Language
plaster cast from below knee to ankle; hard plaster covering lower leg and foot
Clinical Context
Indicated for ankle fractures, tibial fractures, Achilles tendon injuries, or foot injuries requiring immobilization below knee. Most common lower extremity cast.
RVU Information
CPT Q4037 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.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code Q4037?
CPT Q4037 (Cast superior shrt leg plaster) is a Q Codes code. Prefabricated short leg cast for adults made of plaster material. Provides immobilization from knee to ankle.
Is Q4037 covered by insurance?
Q4037 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Indicated for ankle fractures, tibial fractures, Achilles tendon injuries, or foot injuries requiring immobilization below knee. Most common lower extremity cast.
When is CPT Q4037 used?
Indicated for ankle fractures, tibial fractures, Achilles tendon injuries, or foot injuries requiring immobilization below knee. Most common lower extremity cast.
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