HCPCS code G8882 describes a specific situation where the sentinel lymph node biopsy procedure is not performed, and the reason for not performing the procedure is not given. This code is used to indicate that a sentinel lymph node biopsy was not carried out, but the exact reason for not performing the procedure is not…
HCPCS code G8881 describes a specific stage of breast cancer that is greater than t1n0m0 or t2n0m0. This code is used to indicate the severity and progression of the disease, allowing healthcare providers to accurately document and bill for the services provided. In this article, we will explore the details of HCPCS code G8881, including…
HCPCS code G8880 describes the documentation of reasons why a sentinel lymph node biopsy was not performed. This code is used to indicate the various factors that may contribute to the decision not to perform this procedure. In this article, we will explore the details of HCPCS code G8880, including its official description, procedure, when…
HCPCS code G8879 describes clinically node negative (t1n0m0 or t2n0m0) invasive breast cancer. This code is used to identify a specific type of breast cancer that has not spread to the lymph nodes. In this article, we will explore the meaning and usage of HCPCS code G8879, as well as provide information on the official…
HCPCS code G8878 describes the sentinel lymph node biopsy procedure performed. In this article, we will explore 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 G8878? HCPCS…
HCPCS code G8877 describes a situation where the clinician did not attempt to achieve the diagnosis of breast cancer preoperatively by a minimally invasive biopsy method, and the reason for not doing so is not given. This code falls under the category of medical care and is not separately priced by Part B of the…
HCPCS code G8876 describes the documentation of reason(s) for not performing a minimally invasive biopsy to diagnose breast cancer preoperatively. This code is used when the healthcare provider needs to justify why a minimally invasive biopsy was not performed due to various reasons such as the lesion being too close to the skin, an implant,…
HCPCS code G8875 describes a specific diagnostic procedure for breast cancer. In this article, we will explore the details of this code, including its official description, procedure, usage guidelines, billing requirements, historical information, and coverage by Medicare and other insurance providers. 1. What is HCPCS G8875? HCPCS code G8875 is used to identify the diagnosis…
HCPCS code G8874 describes the excision of tissue that has not been evaluated by imaging intraoperatively to confirm the successful inclusion of a targeted lesion. This code is used to identify a specific procedure performed by healthcare providers and is an essential component of medical coding and billing. 1. What is HCPCS G8874? HCPCS code…
HCPCS code G8873 describes a specific situation in which patients undergo needle localization procedures that are not amenable to intraoperative imaging. These procedures involve the use of techniques such as MRI needle wire localization or the tentative identification of targets on mammograms or ultrasounds. It is important to note that these targets do not contain…
