How To Use HCPCS Code B9002

HCPCS code B9002 describes the enteral feeding supply kit for syringe feeding, per day. This code includes items such as feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, and tape. It falls under the category of parenteral and enteral nutrition and is used for the provision of enteral nutrition through syringe feeding.

1. What is HCPCS B9002?

HCPCS code B9002 is specifically used to identify the enteral feeding supply kit for syringe feeding, per day. It is important to note that this code is only applicable for syringe feeding and not for other methods of enteral nutrition delivery. The code is used to ensure accurate billing and reimbursement for the enteral feeding supplies provided to patients.

2. Official Description

The official description of HCPCS code B9002 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 “Enter nutr inf pump any type.”

3. Procedure

1. Ensure that the patient is prescribed enteral nutrition through syringe feeding.
2. Gather all the necessary supplies for the enteral feeding supply kit, including a feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, and tape.
3. Prepare the enteral feeding solution according to the patient’s prescribed formula.
4. Connect the administration set tubing to the feeding/flushing syringe.
5. Cleanse the patient’s feeding tube site and secure it with dressings and tape.
6. Administer the enteral feeding solution through the syringe, following the prescribed feeding schedule.
7. Monitor the patient’s tolerance and response to the enteral nutrition.

4. When to use HCPCS code B9002

HCPCS code B9002 should be used when providing enteral nutrition through syringe feeding. It is important to ensure that the patient’s medical condition and nutritional needs warrant the use of enteral nutrition and that syringe feeding is the appropriate method of delivery. This code should not be used for other types of enteral nutrition delivery, such as through a pump or gravity feeding.

5. Billing Guidelines and Documentation Requirements

When billing for HCPCS code B9002, healthcare providers need to document the medical necessity of enteral nutrition and the specific need for syringe feeding. They should also include documentation of the patient’s nutritional requirements and any relevant medical conditions that necessitate enteral nutrition. Additionally, providers should keep records of the enteral feeding supplies provided, including the type and quantity of each item.

6. Historical Information and Code Maintenance

HCPCS code B9002 was added to the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System on January 01, 1988. As of January 01, 2017, there have been no maintenance actions taken for this code, as indicated by the action code N, which means no maintenance for this code. This code has been used to accurately identify and bill for enteral feeding supply kits for syringe feeding since its addition to the HCPCS.

7. Medicare and Insurance Coverage

HCPCS code B9002 is eligible for coverage by Medicare and other insurance providers. It falls under the category of parenteral and enteral nutrition, which indicates that it is recognized as a necessary and reimbursable service. The pricing indicator code for this code is 39, which signifies that it is priced under the parenteral and enteral nutrition methodology. The multiple pricing indicator code is A, indicating that it is not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology.

8. Examples

Here are five examples of when HCPCS code B9002 should be billed:

1. A patient with dysphagia requires enteral nutrition through syringe feeding due to difficulty swallowing.
2. An individual with a feeding tube in place needs daily enteral nutrition administered via syringe feeding.
3. A patient with a gastrointestinal disorder requires enteral nutrition through syringe feeding to meet their nutritional needs.
4. An elderly individual with malnutrition receives enteral nutrition through syringe feeding to improve their nutritional status.
5. A patient undergoing chemotherapy experiences difficulty eating and requires enteral nutrition through syringe feeding for adequate nourishment.