Question Wharton's Jelly -HCPCS Code Q4246

[phillipmanning]

Is anyone currently coding and billing for this code? If so, under what scenarios are you doing so? Various types of "injections", plus the Q4246? We have several providers that are exploring offering this service in 2026. Thanks in advance for any and all input.

Mark Manning, CPC
(706) 315-4660 Mobile

 

[TThivierge]

Is anyone currently coding and billing for this code? If so, under what scenarios are you doing so? Various types of "injections", plus the Q4246? We have several providers that are exploring offering this service in 2026. Thanks in advance for any and all input.

Mark Manning, CPC
(706) 315-4660 Mobile

• MArk
• Here are the diagnosis in which Whartons Jelly can be used.... see below. I hope this data helps you
• Joint & Bone Issues:
  Tendon & Ligament Injuries:
  Soft Tissue Damage:
• Osteoarthritis Treats osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, degenerative joint conditions, and chronic joint pain by lubricating and repairing cartilage.
  Wound Healing:
  Promotes faster and better healing for skin wounds, including diabetic and burn wounds, by stimulating fibroblasts and tissue remodeling.
  Inflammation Reduction:
  Its anti-inflammatory properties help calm chronic inflammation that impedes healing.
  Wharton's Jelly (WJ) is used in regenerative medicine for tissue repair and pain relief, leveraging its rich content of stem cells, growth factors, and anti-inflammatory components to help heal musculoskeletal issues like arthritis, tendon/ligament tears, sports injuries, and chronic joint pain, acting as a natural supplement to stimulate the body's own healing by reducing inflammation and promoting cellular regeneration. Wharton's Jelly formally known as substantia gelatinea funiculi umbilicalis, is a vital gelatinous substance integral to the umbilical cord's structure and function.