How To Use CPT Code 6030F

CPT 6030F describes the adherence to sterile procedures by clinicians and healthcare personnel. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, and examples.

1. What is CPT Code 6030F?

CPT 6030F can be used to track the adherence of clinicians and healthcare personnel to sterile procedures. This code indicates that all elements of maximal sterile barrier technique, hand hygiene, skin preparation, and, if ultrasound is used, sterile ultrasound techniques have been followed to the maximal extent.

2. Official Description

The official description of CPT code 6030F is: ‘All elements of maximal sterile barrier technique, hand hygiene, skin preparation and, if ultrasound is used, sterile ultrasound techniques followed (CRIT)’

3. Procedure

1. The provider ensures adherence to current CRIT guidelines for maximal sterile techniques.
2. The provider follows proper hand washing hygiene and wears a sterile gown, mask, and cap.
3. The provider sterilizes the patient’s skin and covers them with a sterile drape.
4. If ultrasound is performed, the provider follows sterile techniques for ultrasound.
5. The provider documents all the elements of sterile techniques adhered to.

4. Qualifying circumstances

CPT 6030F is used when clinicians and healthcare personnel adhere to sterile procedures. This code is applicable when all elements of maximal sterile barrier technique, hand hygiene, skin preparation, and, if ultrasound is used, sterile ultrasound techniques are followed to the maximal extent.

5. When to use CPT code 6030F

CPT code 6030F should be used to report the adherence to sterile procedures by clinicians and healthcare personnel. It is important to use this code when all elements of maximal sterile barrier technique, hand hygiene, skin preparation, and, if ultrasound is used, sterile ultrasound techniques are followed to the maximal extent.

6. Documentation requirements

To support a claim for CPT 6030F, the provider must document the following information:

• Adherence to current CRIT guidelines for maximal sterile techniques
• Specific elements of sterile techniques followed, including hand hygiene, sterile gown, mask, cap, sterile drape, and sterile ultrasound techniques if applicable
• Date and time of the procedure
• Signature of the provider

7. Billing guidelines

When billing for CPT 6030F, ensure that all elements of maximal sterile barrier technique, hand hygiene, skin preparation, and, if ultrasound is used, sterile ultrasound techniques have been followed. This code should not be reported with other codes unless specified by specific billing guidelines. It is important to consider the location of the testing when coding these procedures.

8. Historical information

CPT 6030F was added to the Current Procedural Terminology system on January 1, 2009. Since its addition, there have been several changes to the code, including updates to the elements of maximal sterile barrier technique and the use of specific antiseptics for cutaneous antisepsis.

9. Examples

1. A surgeon adhering to all elements of sterile procedures during a surgical procedure.
2. A nurse following proper hand hygiene, wearing a sterile gown, mask, and cap, and using sterile techniques during a central line insertion.
3. A radiologist using sterile ultrasound techniques during a guided biopsy procedure.
4. A dentist ensuring maximal sterile barrier technique, hand hygiene, and skin preparation during a dental implant surgery.
5. A medical technician following sterile procedures during the preparation and administration of intravenous medications.
6. A veterinarian adhering to all elements of sterile techniques during a surgical procedure on an animal.
7. A phlebotomist using sterile techniques for blood collection.
8. A respiratory therapist following sterile procedures during the insertion and management of a tracheostomy tube.
9. A physical therapist adhering to sterile techniques during the application of wound dressings.
10. A nurse anesthetist ensuring maximal sterile barrier technique, hand hygiene, and skin preparation during the administration of anesthesia.