CPT® Code 0378T

Visual field assessment, with concurrent real time data analysis and accessible data storage with patient initiated data transmitted to a remote surveillance center for up to 30 days; review and interpretation with report by a physician or other qualified health care professional

The CPT® Code 0378T refers to a specific procedure known as a visual field assessment that incorporates concurrent real-time data analysis and accessible data storage. This procedure is particularly relevant for patients suffering from age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It is designed to be a non-invasive, at-home assessment that allows patients to monitor the progression of their disease using a tele-monitor and data management system. During this process, patients perform daily self-tests utilizing a device known as the ForeseeHome AMD monitor. This monitor is instrumental in documenting surrogate markers of visual acuity over time, which is crucial for tracking changes in the patient's condition. The data collected from these daily tests is transmitted to a remote surveillance center, specifically the Notal Vision Data Monitoring Center (DMC), via phoneline or modem. This transmission allows for continuous monitoring and analysis of the patient's visual field data. The results of the daily tests are securely posted on a website that is accessible to both the patient and their healthcare provider, ensuring that both parties can review the information at any time. In cases where significant changes in the test results are detected, the DMC is responsible for notifying both the patient and the healthcare provider, prompting them to schedule a follow-up examination. The use of CPT® Code 0378T is specifically for billing purposes related to the physician's or qualified healthcare professional's review and interpretation of the collected data, culminating in a written report. Additionally, CPT® Code 0379T is utilized for billing technical support and patient instruction associated with the surveillance, analysis, and transmission of data linked to the daily home use of the monitoring device.