December 1, 2016

Question:
How is an injection of PRP reported?

Answer:
Code 0232T, Injection(s) platelet rich plasma, any site, with image guidance, harvesting and preparation when performed, is used to report this procedure. A PRP injection is bundled into tendon sheath, trigger point, and joint injections. It is only reported when it is the only procedure performed. As a Category III code, it is not valued by Medicare (has 0 RVUs assigned), so payment is problematic. Most Medicare carriers do not pay for PRP.

*This response is based on the best information available as of 12/01/16.