CPT 0335T: Synthetic Implant for Foot Hyperpronation
CPT code 0335T identifies a surgical procedure that implants a synthetic device in the soft tissues between the ankle and heel bones to treat hyperpronation of the foot. As a specific, procedure-level code, it captures a targeted biomechanical intervention used to address symptomatic overpronation that may contribute to pain, instability, or progressive deformity. Nationally, precise coding for emerging or specialized foot procedures affects claims adjudication, coverage determinations, and tracking of utilization trends.
Key payers addressed in this overview include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise explanation of the clinical intent of the procedure, typical sites of service, and which major payers are relevant to coverage and reimbursement considerations. The report summarizes available benchmarks and common payer approaches where present, notes whether policy-level guidance exists, and provides clinical context linking the procedure to indications and postoperative considerations.
This summary equips billing managers, coding professionals, and policy analysts with a clear, national-level reference for CPT code 0335T, highlighting where to focus further review for payer-specific medical necessity criteria, prior authorization requirements, and documentation best practices. Data not available in the input is identified where applicable.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 0335T describes a surgical procedure in which a provider attaches a synthetic implant to the soft tissues between the ankle and heel bones to treat hyperpronation of the foot. The procedure is a form of soft-tissue implant insertion intended to correct abnormal foot biomechanics caused by excessive pronation.
Service Type: Surgical implant procedure to correct foot hyperpronation
Typical Site of Service: Ambulatory surgical center or hospital operating room, with potential for same-day discharge depending on clinical course and setting.