Q4039 Cast superior shrt leg pediatric plster
Also known as: pediatric short leg plaster cast, child below-knee plaster cast
Prefabricated short leg cast for pediatric patients made of plaster material. Provides immobilization from knee to ankle for children.
In Plain Language
plaster cast from child's knee to ankle; hard plaster covering kid's lower leg
Clinical Context
Applied to children with ankle or lower leg fractures. Plaster provides excellent moldability for pediatric foot anatomy.
RVU Information
CPT Q4039 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 Q4039?
CPT Q4039 (Cast superior shrt leg pediatric plster) is a Q Codes code. Prefabricated short leg cast for pediatric patients made of plaster material. Provides immobilization from knee to ankle for children.
Is Q4039 covered by insurance?
Q4039 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Applied to children with ankle or lower leg fractures. Plaster provides excellent moldability for pediatric foot anatomy.
When is CPT Q4039 used?
Applied to children with ankle or lower leg fractures. Plaster provides excellent moldability for pediatric foot anatomy.
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