HCPCS code G9400 describes the documentation of medical or patient reasons for not discussing treatment options. This code is used when there are specific medical or patient-related factors that prevent the healthcare provider from engaging in a discussion about treatment options with the patient. It is important for medical coders to understand the usage and…

HCPCS code G9399 describes the documentation in the patient record of a discussion between the physician/clinician and the patient. This discussion includes various aspects such as treatment choices appropriate to genotype, risks and benefits, evidence of effectiveness, and patient preferences toward the outcome of the treatment. It is important for medical coders to understand the…

HCPCS code G9396 describes a specific scenario where a patient with an initial PHQ-9 score greater than nine was not assessed for remission at twelve months (+/- 30 days). This code is used to indicate that the patient’s mental health condition was not evaluated for improvement or remission after a specific period of time. 1….

HCPCS code G9395 describes a specific patient scenario where the initial Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) score is greater than nine, and the patient does not achieve remission at twelve months, as demonstrated by a twelve-month PHQ-9 score greater than or equal to five. This code is used to identify and document the patient’s condition and…

HCPCS code G9394 describes a specific patient population and their medical conditions that warrant special attention and care. This code is used to identify patients who have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder or personality disorder and have experienced certain circumstances such as death, being a permanent nursing home resident, or receiving hospice or palliative care…

HCPCS code G9393 describes a specific scenario in which a patient with an initial PHQ-9 score greater than nine achieves remission at twelve months, as demonstrated by a twelve month (+/- 30 days) PHQ-9 score of less than five. This code is used to identify and bill for the successful treatment and remission of patients…

HCPCS code G9392 describes a specific situation where a patient does not achieve refraction within +-1 d for the eye that underwent cataract surgery, as measured at the one month follow-up visit. This code is used to indicate that the patient’s vision has not improved as expected after cataract surgery. 1. What is HCPCS G9392?…

HCPCS code G9391 describes the achievement of refraction +-1 d for the eye that underwent cataract surgery, measured at the one month follow-up visit. This code is used to identify the specific outcome of the refraction procedure and is important for accurate medical coding and billing. 1. What is HCPCS G9391? HCPCS code G9391 is…

HCPCS code G9390 describes the absence of an unplanned rupture of the posterior capsule requiring vitrectomy during cataract surgery. This code is used to indicate that the surgical procedure was performed without any complications related to the posterior capsule, specifically the part of the eye that holds the lens in place. It is important for…

HCPCS code G9389 describes the unplanned rupture of the posterior capsule requiring vitrectomy during cataract surgery. This code is used to identify a specific complication that may occur during cataract surgery, where the posterior capsule, which is the thin membrane that holds the lens in place, ruptures and requires additional surgical intervention in the form…