A 15-year-old patient underwent the insertion of a PICC line. What is the correct code to report?

The procedure of inserting a PICC (Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter) line requires a specific coding to represent the service accurately. In this case, the insertion of the PICC line is coded using 36569.

This code specifically indicates the insertion of a PICC catheter into a peripheral vein, which is a common technique used especially in pediatric and adolescent patients for long-term intravenous access. The code is applicable regardless of patient age because it describes the procedure without age-specific variations.

In contrast, the other codes indicate different types of catheter insertions or related procedures, such as the placement of other central venous catheters or non-PICC related vascular access procedures. For instance, some codes may represent removal or replacement rather than insertion. Therefore, 36569 is the precise code for reporting the insertion of a PICC line in a 15-year-old patient.