Payment for Implantable Tissue Markers: Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Code A4648
Change Request (CR) 6579, from which this article is taken, clarifies guidance
regarding payment for implantable tissue markers (HCPCS code A4648 -- Tissue
marker, implantable, any type, each). When billed on a physician claim and used
in conjunction with Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code 55876 (the
placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (e.g., fiducial
markers, dosimeter), prostate (via needle, any approach), single or multiple), the use of implantable tissue markers (HCPCS code A4648) is separately billable and
payable by Medicare.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: November 27, 2009
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