Billing for Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Checks (CPT 90937)
CPT code: 90937
_Description: Peritoneal dialysis catheter check, includes assessment of catheter site and determination of catheter patency and function._
Reimbursement: Varies by payer.
Documentation requirements:
- Medical necessity for the catheter check
- Date of service
- Physician's name and signature
- Patient's name and identification number
- Description of the procedure
- Findings of the catheter check
- Any treatment or recommendations resulting from the catheter check
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