HCPCS code G9501 describes the situation where radiation exposure indices are not documented in the final report for a procedure that utilizes fluoroscopy, and the reason for this omission is not provided. This code falls under the category of “Radiation exposure indices not documented in final report for procedure using fluoroscopy, reason not given.” 1….
HCPCS code G9500 describes the documentation of radiation exposure indices in the final report for procedures that utilize fluoroscopy. This code is used to indicate that the healthcare provider has documented the radiation exposure indices during the procedure. In this article, we will explore the details of HCPCS code G9500, including its official description, procedure,…
HCPCS code G9499 describes a specific situation where a patient did not start or is not receiving antiviral treatment for hepatitis C during the measurement period. This code is used to indicate that the patient did not initiate or is not currently undergoing treatment for hepatitis C. 1. What is HCPCS G9499? HCPCS code G9499…
HCPCS code G9498 describes the prescription of an antibiotic regimen. In this article, we will delve into the details of this code, including its official description, procedure, when to use it, billing guidelines, historical information, Medicare and insurance coverage, and provide examples of when this code should be billed. 1. What is HCPCS G9498? HCPCS…
HCPCS code G9497 describes the instruction received from the anesthesiologist or proxy prior to the day of surgery to abstain from smoking on the day of surgery. This code is used to indicate that the patient has been advised to refrain from smoking on the day of their surgical procedure. 1. What is HCPCS G9497?…
HCPCS code G9496 describes the documentation of the reason for not detecting adenoma(s) or other neoplasm. This code is used when the neoplasm detected is only diagnosed as traditional serrated adenoma, sessile serrated polyp, or sessile serrated adenoma. It is important for medical coders to understand the meaning and usage of this code in order…
HCPCS code G9490 describes a specific type of home visit for patient assessment performed by clinical staff for an individual who is not considered homebound. This code is used in Medicare-approved CMS Innovation Center models and encompasses a comprehensive assessment of the patient’s clinical status, safety and fall prevention, functional status and ambulation, medication reconciliation…
HCPCS code G9489 describes a remote in-home visit for the evaluation and management of an established patient. This code is specifically used in a Medicare-approved COMS Innovation Center demonstration project. The visit must meet certain criteria, including the use of interactive audio and video technology in real time and the provision of at least two…
HCPCS code G9488 describes a remote in-home visit for the evaluation and management of an established patient. This code is specifically used in a Medicare-approved CMS Innovation Center demonstration project. The visit must meet certain criteria, including the use of interactive audio and video technology, and the provision of counseling and coordination of care with…
HCPCS code G9487 describes a remote in-home visit for the evaluation and management of an established patient. This code is specifically used in a Medicare-approved CMS Innovation Center demonstration project, where the visit is conducted using interactive audio and video technology. The visit must meet certain criteria, including an expanded problem focused history, an expanded…
