36416 Collj capillary blood specimen
Also known as: capillary stick, fingerstick, heelstick, capillary collection, finger stick, capillary blood, heel stick
Venipuncture, collection of blood specimen via capillary tube, such as from fingerstick, heelstick, or earlobe.
In Plain Language
finger prick blood test; heel prick in newborns; small blood sample from skin
Clinical Context
Used for small blood samples in newborns, infants, or when minimal blood volume is required. Common in neonatal screening and point-of-care testing.
RVU Information
CPT 36416 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 36416?
CPT 36416 (Collj capillary blood specimen) is a Surgery code. Venipuncture, collection of blood specimen via capillary tube, such as from fingerstick, heelstick, or earlobe.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 36416?
The work RVU for CPT 36416 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Pediatrics, Phlebotomy, Neonatal Medicine.
When is CPT 36416 used?
Used for small blood samples in newborns, infants, or when minimal blood volume is required. Common in neonatal screening and point-of-care testing.
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