V5268 Ald telephone amplifier
Also known as: telephone amplifier, phone amplifier, hearing aid phone amplifier
Assistive listening device (ALD) telephone amplifier for improved telephone communication for hearing-impaired patients.
In Plain Language
telephone amplifier for hearing aid; phone volume booster
Clinical Context
Device that amplifies telephone signals for hearing aid users, improving telephone communication clarity.
RVU Information
CPT V5268 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
V-codes cover vision services, supplies, and equipment including lenses, frames, and hearing aids. A valid prescription from an authorized provider is required. Document the specific product dispensed, measurements, and clinical indication.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code V5268?
CPT V5268 (Ald telephone amplifier) is a V Codes (Vision) code. Assistive listening device (ALD) telephone amplifier for improved telephone communication for hearing-impaired patients.
Does Medicare cover V5268?
Medicare coverage for V5268 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Device that amplifies telephone signals for hearing aid users, improving telephone communication clarity. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT V5268 used?
Device that amplifies telephone signals for hearing aid users, improving telephone communication clarity.
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