S1091 Stent non-coronary propel
Also known as: vascular stent, non-coronary stent
Non-coronary propellable stent. Drug-eluting or bare metal stent for non-cardiac vascular placement.
In Plain Language
blood vessel tube; vascular support
Clinical Context
Percutaneous placement of stent in peripheral, cerebrovascular, or other non-coronary vessels to maintain patency. May be bare metal or drug-eluting.
RVU Information
CPT S1091 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.
Billing & Documentation
S-codes are used by private payers (not Medicare) for services without a standard CPT or HCPCS code. Coverage varies significantly between insurers. Verify payer acceptance before billing and document medical necessity thoroughly.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code S1091?
CPT S1091 (Stent non-coronary propel) is a S Codes code. Non-coronary propellable stent. Drug-eluting or bare metal stent for non-cardiac vascular placement.
Is S1091 covered by insurance?
S1091 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Percutaneous placement of stent in peripheral, cerebrovascular, or other non-coronary vessels to maintain patency. May be bare metal or drug-eluting.
When is CPT S1091 used?
Percutaneous placement of stent in peripheral, cerebrovascular, or other non-coronary vessels to maintain patency. May be bare metal or drug-eluting.
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