How To Use CPT Code 0329T

CPT 0329T describes the monitoring of intraocular pressure for 24 hours or longer, either in one eye or both eyes, with interpretation and report. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, and examples.

1. What is CPT Code 0329T?

CPT 0329T can be used to describe the monitoring of intraocular pressure (IOP) for a duration of 24 hours or more. This procedure involves the placement of a specially made contact lens in one eye or both eyes to measure the patient’s IOP. The data collected is then transmitted to a portable recorder via an antenna. The provider reviews and interprets the data to assist in the treatment of glaucoma patients and prepares a report of the findings.

2. Official Description

The official description of CPT code 0329T is: ‘Monitoring of intraocular pressure for 24 hours or longer, unilateral or bilateral, with interpretation and report.’

3. Procedure

1. A specially made contact lens is placed in one eye or both eyes to monitor the patient’s intraocular pressure (IOP) for a duration of 24 hours or more.
2. The data collected by the contact lens is transmitted via an antenna to a portable recorder.
3. The stored data is then transmitted to the provider’s computer with relevant software installed.
4. The provider reviews and interprets the data to assist with the treatment of glaucoma patients.
5. The provider prepares a report of the findings based on the interpreted data.

4. Qualifying circumstances

CPT 0329T is used for patients who require monitoring of their intraocular pressure for 24 hours or longer. This procedure is typically performed on patients with glaucoma or other conditions that require regular monitoring of IOP. The monitoring can be done in one eye or both eyes, depending on the patient’s specific needs.

5. When to use CPT code 0329T

CPT code 0329T should be used when a provider performs the monitoring of intraocular pressure for 24 hours or longer, either in one eye or both eyes. This code is appropriate for patients who require ongoing monitoring of their IOP, such as those with glaucoma or other conditions that affect intraocular pressure. It is important to note that this code should not be used for shorter duration monitoring or for other types of eye examinations or procedures.

6. Documentation requirements

To support a claim for CPT code 0329T, the provider must document the following information:

• The reason for the monitoring of intraocular pressure
• The duration of the monitoring (24 hours or longer)
• Whether the monitoring was performed in one eye or both eyes
• The interpretation of the collected data
• A report summarizing the findings

7. Billing guidelines

When billing for CPT code 0329T, ensure that the monitoring of intraocular pressure was performed for 24 hours or longer, either in one eye or both eyes. This code should not be reported with other codes unless there are separate and distinct services provided. It is important to follow the specific guidelines provided by the payer and to accurately document the services rendered to support the claim.

8. Historical information

CPT code 0329T was added to the Current Procedural Terminology system on January 1, 2014. There have been no updates or changes to the code since its addition.

9. Examples

1. A provider performs the monitoring of intraocular pressure for 24 hours in one eye of a patient with glaucoma.
2. A provider monitors the intraocular pressure for 48 hours in both eyes of a patient with suspected ocular hypertension.
3. A provider performs the monitoring of intraocular pressure for 72 hours in one eye of a patient following a recent glaucoma surgery.
4. A provider monitors the intraocular pressure for 24 hours in both eyes of a patient with a family history of glaucoma.
5. A provider performs the monitoring of intraocular pressure for 36 hours in one eye of a patient with uveitis.
6. A provider monitors the intraocular pressure for 24 hours in both eyes of a patient with a history of steroid-induced glaucoma.
7. A provider performs the monitoring of intraocular pressure for 48 hours in one eye of a patient with pigmentary glaucoma.
8. A provider monitors the intraocular pressure for 72 hours in both eyes of a patient with advanced primary open-angle glaucoma.
9. A provider performs the monitoring of intraocular pressure for 24 hours in one eye of a patient with normal-tension glaucoma.
10. A provider monitors the intraocular pressure for 36 hours in both eyes of a patient with pseudoexfoliation syndrome.