11/04/2016

Coding for Wound Vac Removal and Reapplication

Is there a code for the removal and reapplication of a wound vac in the office setting? I sometime spend well over 30 minutes with some of these patients and would like get reimbursed accordingly

There are four CPT codes for this type of procedure, based on the size of the wound being treated and the equipment used in the office. They are paid the same, regardless of the amount of time spent with the patient:

• 97605: Negative pressure wound therapy (e.g., vacuum-assisted drainage collection), including topical application(s), wound assessment, and instruction(s) for ongoing care, per session; total wound(s) surface area less than or equal to 50 square centimeters 
• 97606: Negative pressure wound therapy (e.g., vacuum-assisted drainage collection), including topical application(s), wound assessment, and instruction(s) for ongoing care, per session; total wound(s) surface area greater than 50 square centimeters  
• 97607: Negative pressure wound therapy (e.g., vacuum assisted drainage collection), utilizing disposable, non-durable medical equipment including provision of exudate management collection system, topical application(s), wound assessment, and instructions for ongoing care, per session; total wound(s) surface area less than or equal to 50 square centimeters
• 97608: Negative pressure wound therapy (e.g., vacuum assisted drainage collection), utilizing disposable, non-durable medical equipment including provision of exudate management collection system, topical application(s), wound assessment, and instructions for ongoing care, per session; total wound(s) surface area greater than 50 square centimeters