How To Use CPT Code 0560T

CPT 0560T describes the creation of additional individually prepared and processed components of an anatomic structure using 3D printing technology. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, and examples.

1. What is CPT Code 0560T?

CPT 0560T can be used to describe the creation of additional individually prepared and processed components of an anatomic structure using 3D printing technology. This code is used when a provider prepares, processes, and prints one or more separate components of anatomical structures, such as bones, arteries, veins, nerves, muscles, tendons and ligaments, joints, visceral organs, brain, and other structures, from one or more data sets.

2. Official Description

The official description of CPT code 0560T is: ‘Anatomic model 3D-printed from image data set(s); each additional individually prepared and processed component of an anatomic structure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure).’ This code should be used in conjunction with CPT code 0559T, and should not be reported with CPT codes 76376 or 76377.

3. Procedure

1. The provider individually prepares, processes, and prints one or more additional 3D anatomic models of components of anatomical structures.
2. These components can include bones, arteries, veins, nerves, muscles, tendons and ligaments, joints, visceral organs, brain, and other structures.
3. The provider uses one or more data sets to create the 3D models.
4. Each 3D-printed anatomic model may be comprised of one or more separate components and can be printed in unique colors and/or materials.
5. CPT code 0560T should be used for each additional individually prepared and processed component of an anatomic structure after the first 3D-printed model.

4. Qualifying circumstances

Providers can use CPT code 0560T when they are creating additional individually prepared and processed components of an anatomic structure using 3D printing technology. This code is used for each additional component after the first 3D-printed model. It is important to note that this code should not be reported with CPT codes 76376 or 76377.

5. When to use CPT code 0560T

CPT code 0560T should be used when a provider is creating additional individually prepared and processed components of an anatomic structure using 3D printing technology. This code should be used in addition to the primary code, CPT code 0559T, for the first 3D-printed model. It is important to follow the guidelines and not report CPT code 0560T with CPT codes 76376 or 76377.

6. Documentation requirements

To support a claim for CPT code 0560T, the provider must document the following information:

• Specific details of the additional individually prepared and processed components of the anatomic structure
• Date of the 3D printing procedure
• Start and end time of the procedure
• Any unique colors or materials used for the 3D-printed model
• Signature of the provider performing the procedure

7. Billing guidelines

When billing for CPT code 0560T, ensure that the provider is creating additional individually prepared and processed components of an anatomic structure using 3D printing technology. This code should be reported in addition to the primary code, CPT code 0559T. It is important to follow the guidelines and not report CPT code 0560T with CPT codes 76376 or 76377.

8. Historical information

CPT code 0560T was added to the Current Procedural Terminology system as a Category III code. Category III codes are temporary codes used to collect information about the use and efficacy of investigational technologies and procedures. There have been no updates to the code since its addition.

9. Examples

1. A provider creating additional individually prepared and processed components of an anatomic structure using 3D printing technology for a patient with a complex bone fracture.
2. A provider preparing, processing, and printing one or more separate components of an anatomical structure, such as arteries or veins, using 3D printing technology.
3. A provider using 3D printing technology to create additional individually prepared and processed components of an anatomic structure, such as nerves or muscles, for a patient undergoing reconstructive surgery.
4. A provider creating a 3D-printed model of a joint and its components, such as tendons and ligaments, for pre-surgical planning.
5. A provider using 3D printing technology to create additional individually prepared and processed components of an anatomic structure, such as visceral organs, for medical education and training purposes.
6. A provider preparing, processing, and printing one or more separate components of an anatomical structure, such as the brain, using 3D printing technology for research purposes.
7. A provider creating a 3D-printed model of a complex anatomical structure, such as the heart, and its components for patient education and visualization.
8. A provider using 3D printing technology to create additional individually prepared and processed components of an anatomic structure, such as muscles or tendons, for a patient undergoing physical therapy.
9. A provider preparing, processing, and printing one or more separate components of an anatomical structure, such as nerves or ligaments, using 3D printing technology for surgical simulation and planning.
10. A provider creating a 3D-printed model of a specific anatomical structure, such as a bone, and its components for medical research and development.