How To Use CPT Code 36002

CPT 36002 describes the injection procedure for the percutaneous treatment of extremity pseudoaneurysms. This article will cover the official description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples.

1. What is CPT Code 36002?

CPT 36002 is used to describe the injection procedure for the percutaneous treatment of extremity pseudoaneurysms. This code is used when a provider injects a blood clotting agent into a pseudoaneurysm of an arm or leg. The procedure is performed using ultrasound guidance to locate the pseudoaneurysm sac and then injecting thrombin to help the blood clot.

2. Official Description

The official description of CPT code 36002 is: ‘Injection procedures (eg, thrombin) for percutaneous treatment of extremity pseudoaneurysm.’

3. Procedure

1. The provider prepares the patient and administers local anesthesia to the area.
2. Using ultrasound guidance, the provider locates the pseudoaneurysm sac in the arm or leg.
3. The provider inserts a needle percutaneously into the sac.
4. Thrombin, a blood clotting agent, is injected into the pseudoaneurysm.
5. The thrombin helps the blood to clot, sealing the pseudoaneurysm.

4. Qualifying circumstances

CPT 36002 is used for the percutaneous treatment of extremity pseudoaneurysms. A pseudoaneurysm occurs due to injury to an artery wall, where blood pools outside the artery wall instead of inside. This procedure is performed when the patient has a pseudoaneurysm in their arm or leg, and the provider uses ultrasound guidance to locate the sac and administer the thrombin injection.

5. When to use CPT code 36002

CPT code 36002 should be used when a provider performs the injection procedure for the percutaneous treatment of an extremity pseudoaneurysm. It is important to note that this code should not be reported for vascular sealant of an arteriotomy site.

6. Documentation requirements

To support a claim for CPT 36002, the provider must document the following information:

• Patient’s diagnosis of extremity pseudoaneurysm
• Use of ultrasound guidance for locating the pseudoaneurysm sac
• Date and time of the procedure
• Details of the injection procedure, including the use of thrombin
• Any complications or adverse reactions
• Provider’s signature

7. Billing guidelines

When billing for CPT 36002, ensure that the procedure performed is for the percutaneous treatment of an extremity pseudoaneurysm. It is important to note that this code should not be reported for vascular sealant of an arteriotomy site.

8. Historical information

CPT 36002 was added to the Current Procedural Terminology system on January 1, 2002. There have been no updates to the code since its addition.

9. Examples

1. A provider performs a percutaneous injection procedure using thrombin to treat a pseudoaneurysm in a patient’s arm.
2. Using ultrasound guidance, a provider administers a thrombin injection to treat a pseudoaneurysm in a patient’s leg.
3. A patient undergoes a percutaneous treatment for an extremity pseudoaneurysm, with the provider using thrombin to help the blood clot.
4. A provider performs an injection procedure to treat a pseudoaneurysm in a patient’s arm, using ultrasound guidance and thrombin.
5. Using percutaneous techniques, a provider injects thrombin to treat a pseudoaneurysm in a patient’s leg.
6. A patient receives a percutaneous treatment for an extremity pseudoaneurysm, with the provider using thrombin to seal the pseudoaneurysm.
7. A provider performs an injection procedure to treat a pseudoaneurysm in a patient’s arm, using ultrasound guidance and thrombin to promote clotting.
8. Using percutaneous techniques, a provider injects thrombin to treat a pseudoaneurysm in a patient’s leg, effectively sealing the sac.
9. A patient undergoes a percutaneous treatment for an extremity pseudoaneurysm, with the provider using thrombin to help the blood clot and seal the pseudoaneurysm.
10. A provider performs an injection procedure to treat a pseudoaneurysm in a patient’s arm, using ultrasound guidance and thrombin to promote clotting and prevent further complications.