How To Use HCPCS Code G9173

HCPCS code G9173 describes the voice functional limitation discharge status at discharge from therapy or to end reporting. This code is used to indicate the status of a patient’s voice function at the time of discharge from therapy or to end reporting. It provides important information regarding the progress and outcomes of voice therapy or treatment.

1. What is HCPCS G9173?

HCPCS code G9173 is a specific code used in medical coding to identify the voice functional limitation discharge status at discharge from therapy or to end reporting. It is a unique alphanumeric code that is used to accurately represent this particular service or procedure.

2. Official Description

The official description of HCPCS code G9173 is “Voice functional limitation, discharge status at discharge from therapy or to end reporting.” The short description of this code is “Voice d/c status.”

3. Procedure

1. During the therapy or treatment process, the healthcare provider assesses the patient’s voice function and monitors their progress.
2. When the therapy or treatment is nearing completion or the reporting period is ending, the provider evaluates the patient’s voice functional limitation.
3. The provider determines the discharge status based on the patient’s voice function at the time of discharge or end reporting.
4. The provider assigns HCPCS code G9173 to indicate the voice functional limitation discharge status.

4. When to use HCPCS code G9173

HCPCS code G9173 is used when documenting the voice functional limitation discharge status at discharge from therapy or to end reporting. It is important to use this code accurately and in the appropriate context to ensure proper coding and billing.

5. Billing Guidelines and Documentation Requirements

When using HCPCS code G9173, healthcare providers need to document the patient’s voice functional limitation at the time of discharge from therapy or to end reporting. This documentation should include a detailed assessment of the patient’s voice function and any relevant findings or observations.

6. Historical Information and Code Maintenance

HCPCS code G9173 was added to the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System on January 1, 2013. It has an effective date of January 1, 2020. This code is not separately priced by Part B and is not applicable for separate reimbursement.

7. Medicare and Insurance Coverage

Medicare and other insurance providers may have specific coverage policies for HCPCS code G9173. It is important to review the pricing indicator code and multiple pricing indicator code to understand how the service or procedure is priced by Medicare or other insurers.

8. Examples

Here are five examples of when HCPCS code G9173 should be billed:

1. A patient undergoes voice therapy for a vocal cord injury and is discharged with improved voice function.
2. A singer completes a course of voice training to address vocal strain and is discharged with no functional limitations.
3. A patient with a voice disorder undergoes therapy and is discharged with some residual functional limitations.
4. A professional speaker completes voice rehabilitation and is discharged with significant improvement in voice function.
5. A patient with a voice impairment undergoes therapy but shows no improvement and is discharged with persistent functional limitations.