CPT® Code 0379T

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; technical support and patient instructions, surveillance, analysis, and transmission of daily and emergent data reports as prescribed by a physician or other qualified health care professional

The CPT® Code 0379T 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 designed for patients, particularly those suffering from age-related macular degeneration (AMD), allowing them to perform a non-invasive assessment of their visual acuity from the comfort of their own homes. Utilizing a tele-monitor and data management system, patients engage in daily self-testing using the ForeseeHome AMD monitor. This monitor captures surrogate markers of visual acuity over time, providing valuable insights into the progression of the disease. The data collected during these assessments is transmitted to a remote surveillance center, specifically the Notal Vision Data Monitoring Center (DMC), via phoneline or modem. The DMC plays a crucial role in monitoring the patient's daily tests, which are securely posted on a website accessible to both the patient and their healthcare provider. This accessibility ensures that both parties can review the data at any time. In cases where significant changes in the test results are detected, the DMC promptly notifies the patient and their healthcare provider, facilitating timely examinations. Furthermore, CPT® Code 0379T encompasses the billing for technical support and patient instructions related to the surveillance, analysis, and transmission of data associated with the daily home use of the device, ensuring comprehensive care and monitoring for patients with AMD.