HCPCS code G8969 describes the documentation of patient reasons for not prescribing an oral anticoagulant that is FDA approved for the prevention of thromboembolism. This code is used when the patient has a preference for not receiving anticoagulation therapy. 1. What is HCPCS G8969? HCPCS code G8969 is a specific code used in medical coding…

HCPCS code G8968 describes the documentation of medical reasons for not prescribing an FDA-approved anticoagulant. This code is used when there are specific circumstances that prevent the use of an anticoagulant medication, such as the presence or planned atrial appendage occlusion or ligation, or when the patient is currently enrolled in a clinical trial related…

HCPCS code G8967 describes the use of a FDA approved oral anticoagulant that is prescribed. This code is used to identify the administration of warfarin or other FDA-approved anticoagulant drugs. In this article, we will explore the details of HCPCS code G8967, including its official description, procedure, when to use it, billing guidelines, historical information,…

HCPCS code G8966 describes a cardiac stress imaging test performed on symptomatic or higher than low CHD risk patients, or for any reason other than initial detection and risk assessment. This code is used to identify and bill for this specific procedure, and it is important for medical coders to have a clear understanding of…

HCPCS code G8965 describes a cardiac stress imaging test primarily performed on low CHD risk patients for initial detection and risk assessment. This code is used to identify a specific procedure and is essential for medical coders to accurately bill for the service. In this article, we will delve into the details of HCPCS code…

HCPCS code G8964 describes a cardiac stress imaging test performed primarily for any other reason than monitoring of asymptomatic patients who had percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) within 2 years. This code is used to identify and bill for the specific procedure, and it is important for medical coders to understand its meaning and usage. 1….

HCPCS code G8963 describes a specific cardiac stress imaging procedure that is primarily performed for monitoring asymptomatic patients who have undergone percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) within the past two years. This code is used to identify and bill for this particular service, and it is important for medical coders to understand its meaning and usage…

HCPCS code G8962 describes a cardiac stress imaging test performed on a patient for any reason, including those who did not have low-risk surgery or a test that was performed more than 30 days preceding low-risk surgery. This code is used to identify and bill for this specific procedure, and it is important for medical…

HCPCS code G8961 describes a cardiac stress imaging test primarily performed on low-risk surgery patients for preoperative evaluation within 30 days preceding the surgery. This code is used to identify and bill for this specific procedure, providing healthcare providers and insurers with a standardized way to communicate and process claims. 1. What is HCPCS G8961?…

HCPCS code G8960 describes a situation where a clinician treating major depressive disorder (MDD) fails to communicate with another clinician treating a comorbid condition, without providing a reason for the lack of communication. This code is used to capture instances where there is a breakdown in communication between healthcare providers, specifically in the context of…