NCCI · CPT 29405 / 29425
Short leg cast (29405) + short leg cast walking (29425)
Different cast types for same body region are mutually exclusive.
Column 1 code
29405
Column 2 code
29425
Modifier indicator
0 — No bypass allowed
Why this pair bundles
Choose based on cast type applied.
Modifier-bypass policy
Modifier indicator: 0 — no modifier bypass is permitted for this pair under any circumstance.
No bypass — choose one.
Documentation requirements
- Cast type documented
Common clinical scenarios
- Coding error when uncertain about cast type
Frequently asked questions
Why does CMS bundle 29405 and 29425?
Choose based on cast type applied.
What documentation supports separate billing?
Cast type documented.
When does this conflict typically arise?
Coding error when uncertain about cast type.
Sources
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