HCPCS Level II A5200: Percutaneous Catheter Adhesive Anchoring Device
HCPCS Level II code A5200 identifies a percutaneous catheter/tube anchoring device with an adhesive skin attachment used to secure catheters and tubing. Nationally, this code matters because securement devices are an important component of vascular access and enteral device management, influencing device dwell time, complication risk, and supply utilization across inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings. The publication covers coverage practices and contracting considerations among major national payers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare.
Readers will find a concise reference of what the code represents, typical sites of service and clinical context for use, common modifiers included in billing workflows, and where to look for related device and supply codes. The report also summarizes national payer policies and benchmarks where available, highlights policy updates relevant to supply coding and coverage, and provides practical coding context for billing and claims submission. Data not available in the input is noted where applicable.
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Billing Code Overview
HCPCS Level II code A5200 describes a percutaneous catheter/tube anchoring device, adhesive skin attachment. This code represents a device used to secure catheters or tubes to the skin surface using an adhesive attachment to reduce device movement and help prevent accidental dislodgement.
Service Type: Device supply for catheter/tube anchoring
Typical Site of Service: Outpatient clinics, hospital inpatient units, home health settings, and other ambulatory sites where percutaneous catheters or tubes are placed or maintained
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