What is the CPT 29445?
The CPT Code 29445 is the code used for Surgery / musculoskeletal system. The general guidance for this code is that it is used for application of rigid total contact leg cast.
What is TCC EZ cast?
TCC-EZ® Total Contact Cast System TCC-EZ® is a lightweight, one-piece, roll on, woven total contact cast that offers an easy way to provide the gold standard of care for the management of diabetic foot ulcers.
What does CPT code 90853 mean?
psychotherapy
90853 CPT Code Description 90853 CPT Code represents psychotherapy administered in a group setting, involving no more than 12 participants, facilitated by a trained therapist simultaneously providing therapy to these multiple patients. The group therapy session typically lasts 45 to 60 minutes.
How do I apply to total contact cast?
Apply cast padding in a thin layer up the limb. Apply secondary foam padding over vulnerable areas (inner and outer ankles, over the toes, front of the shin, sides of the cast) Apply the plaster undercoat smoothly to the foot and leg, covering the toes and going up the leg.
How do you bill for total contact cast?
Coding for TCC The application of a TCC is identified by Current Procedure Terminology (CPT®) code, CPT 29445 [application of a rigid total contact cast, half leg, adult]. Physicians and other qualified healthcare professionals utilize CPT® 29445 to bill for this service.
What does CPT code 99422 mean?
On-Line Digital Evaluation and Management Service
CPT® 99422, Under Non-Face-to-Face On-Line Digital Evaluation and Management Service. The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 99422 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range – Non-Face-to-Face On-Line Digital Evaluation and Management Service.
How do I apply for a TCC cast?
How do you cast a total contact?
How does the TCC-EZ Total Contact Cast system work?
Unique Healing Chamber™ design provides both histological and mechanical benefits by offloading the wound and eliminating shear forces to promote the healing process and reduce the risk of amputation. TCC-EZ Total Contact Cast System is indicated for non-infected neuropathic foot ulcers, Charcot ulcers and post-operative care.
Which is the best Total Contact Cast system?
The TCC-EZ provides innovative fishnet meshed cast technology to construct a single layered cast, supported by an exclusively designed outer shell that provides additional support and stability for the patient. The TCC-EZ is faster and easier to apply than the MedE-Kast Total Contact Cast System and other Total Contact Casts.
Can a total contact cast be billed separately from a debridement?
Also this is from SuperCoder on debridement: As per NCCI edits total contact cast application (29445) cannot be billed separately from a debridement (97597) when treating the same ulceration/same anatomical location for medicare as of above scenario. However, Commercial payers may consider separate payment with appropriate modifier.
Which is the best total contact casting offloading solution?
The M-Med offloading solution is the Gold Standard in Total Contact Casting with 50% more padding for patient comfort and safety. The so called ‘easy’ solution often leaves the patient with iatrogenic lesions and is inadequate for larger patients.