CPT® Code 96411

Add-On Code

Chemotherapy administration; intravenous, push technique, each additional substance/drug (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

The CPT® Code 96411 refers to the administration of chemotherapy through an intravenous push (IVP) technique, specifically for each additional substance or drug administered. This procedure is crucial in the treatment of malignant neoplasms, where multiple chemotherapy agents may be required to effectively combat cancer. The intravenous push technique involves the direct injection of a chemotherapy drug into the patient's bloodstream via an existing intravenous line or an intermittent infusion set, commonly known as a saline lock. This method allows for rapid delivery of the medication, typically completed in a short duration, usually less than 15 minutes. It is important to note that this code is used in conjunction with the primary procedure code, which is 96409, designated for the initial chemotherapy substance or drug administered. Therefore, CPT® Code 96411 serves as an add-on code, indicating that additional chemotherapy substances or drugs are being administered sequentially through the same venous access site, ensuring accurate coding and billing for the services provided.