HCPCS K0455 Code. Pump uninterrupted infusion


Table of content for "Pump uninterrupted infusion" (HCPCS K0455)

General information on the “K0455” code

HCPCS Code: K0455
Long Description: Infusion pump used for uninterrupted parenteral administration of medication, (e.g., epoprostenol or treprostinol)
Short Description: Pump uninterrupted infusion

Original information is taken from K0455 page

Pricing indicators

Pricing Indicator Code 1: 31 – Frequently serviced DME (price subject to floors and ceilings). Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, Supplies And Surgical Dressings
Multiple Pricing Indicator Code A : Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology

Certification and additional reference information

Coverage Issues Manual Reference Section Number 1: 60-14

Coverage

Coverage: D – Special coverage instructions apply

Type of service


Berenson-Eggers Type of Service (BETOS): D1E – Other DME
Type Of Service 1: R – Rental of DME

Misc information

Anesthesia Base Unit Quantity: 0
Code Added Date: 19980101
Code Effective Date: 20030701
Action Code: N – No maintenance for this code