This circular is issued to facilitate correct assignments of Relative Value Units (RVU) for services and procedures performed for bone marrow harvesting and transplantation:

1.    Bone marrow harvesting:

20220

Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; superficial (e.g. ilium, sternum, spinous process ribs)

45

2.    Bone marrow / stem cell transplant
(autologous, syngeneic, and allogeneic

 

36488

Placement of central venous catheter (subclavian, jugular, or other vein) (e.g., for central venous pressure, hyperalimentation, hemodialysis, or chemotherapy); percutaneous or cutdown

10

For your information and guidance.

Adopted: 05 Nov. 2004


(SGD.) FRANCISCO T. DUQUE III
Secretary
President and CEO