How To Use HCPCS Code B4149

HCPCS code B4149 describes the enteral feeding supply kit for syringe feeding, per day. This code is used to identify the specific supplies and equipment needed for syringe feeding in enteral nutrition. It includes items such as feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, and tape.

1. What is HCPCS B4149?

HCPCS code B4149 is a specific code used in medical coding to identify the enteral feeding supply kit for syringe feeding, per day. It is important to use this code accurately to ensure proper reimbursement and documentation for the supplies and equipment used in syringe feeding.

2. Official Description

The official description of HCPCS code B4149 is “Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape.” The short description for this code is “Ef blenderized foods.”

3. Procedure

1. Prepare the enteral feeding supply kit, including the feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, and tape.
2. Ensure the syringe is clean and sterile before use.
3. Connect the administration set tubing to the syringe.
4. Administer the enteral nutrition using the syringe feeding method.
5. Monitor the patient’s response and adjust the feeding as necessary.
6. Dispose of used supplies and clean the equipment after each use.

4. When to use HCPCS code B4149

HCPCS code B4149 should be used when providing enteral feeding supplies for syringe feeding on a daily basis. This code is applicable for patients who require blenderized foods as part of their enteral nutrition regimen. It is important to ensure that the patient meets the specific eligibility criteria or guidelines for using this code.

5. Billing Guidelines and Documentation Requirements

When billing for HCPCS code B4149, healthcare providers need to document the specific supplies and equipment provided for syringe feeding. This includes the feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, and tape. The documentation should also include the frequency of use, such as per day, as indicated in the code description.

6. Historical Information and Code Maintenance

HCPCS code B4149 was added to the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System on January 01, 2005. There have been no maintenance actions taken for this code, as indicated by the action code N, which means no maintenance for this code. It falls under the pricing indicator code 39, which represents parenteral and enteral nutrition.

7. Medicare and Insurance Coverage

HCPCS code B4149 is eligible for coverage by Medicare and other insurance providers. The pricing indicator code A indicates that the code is not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology. This means that the pricing for this code is determined by other factors, such as the specific reimbursement policies of Medicare or the insurance provider.

8. Examples

Here are some examples of when HCPCS code B4149 should be billed:

1. A patient with a medical condition that requires blenderized foods as part of their enteral nutrition regimen.
2. A healthcare provider supplies the patient with a feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, and tape for syringe feeding on a daily basis.
3. A patient who is unable to consume solid foods and relies on syringe feeding for their nutritional needs.
4. A healthcare facility that provides enteral feeding supplies to patients who require syringe feeding as part of their treatment plan.
5. A patient who is discharged from the hospital and requires enteral feeding supplies for syringe feeding at home.