Device class
Class II
Regulation 880.5220
Total clearances
8
2021-05-27 → 2024-09-06
Definition
What is Intravenous Catheter Force-Activated Separation Device.
An intravenous (IV) catheter force-activated separation device. An intravenous catheter force-activated separation device is placed inline with an intravenous catheter and an intravascular administration set, including any administration set accessories. It separates into two parts when a specified force is applied. The device is intended to reduce the risk of IV catheter failure(s) requiring IV catheter replacement.
Classification details
Medical specialty
General Hospital
Regulation number
880.5220
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Likely billing codes (AI-inferred · verify with billing)
Healthcare providers using this device would typically bill under these HCPCS Level II
(alphanumeric) or CPT (5-digit) codes. Mapping inferred from device function by Claude Haiku;
official descriptions pulled from the CMS HCPCS April 2026 quarterly file where available.
Always verify with billing/coding teams before relying on these.
| Code | Type | Description | Confidence | Rationale |
| 36568 |
CPT
|
— |
Medium
|
Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC); applicable for IV catheter-related procedures with separation device |
| 36569 |
CPT
|
— |
Medium
|
Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC) with imaging; alternative for catheter placement procedures |
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