G0045 Mrs 90 days posterior stk
Also known as: modified Rankin Scale post-stroke, 90-day stroke outcome, MRS assessment
Modified Rankin Scale (MRS) assessment performed within 90 days following acute stroke, measuring degree of disability or dependence.
In Plain Language
disability assessment 90 days after stroke
Clinical Context
Quality measure tracking functional outcomes after stroke; MRS scores range from 0 (no symptoms) to 6 (death).
RVU Information
CPT G0045 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
G-codes are CMS-specific HCPCS codes for services not covered by standard CPT. Documentation requirements follow the same standards as the equivalent CPT service. Check Medicare LCD/NCD policies for coverage criteria.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the G Codes category, 85% of codes share this characteristic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0045?
CPT G0045 (Mrs 90 days posterior stk) is a G Codes code. Modified Rankin Scale (MRS) assessment performed within 90 days following acute stroke, measuring degree of disability or dependence.
Who uses CPT code G0045?
CPT G0045 is used by multiple specialties. Quality measure tracking functional outcomes after stroke; MRS scores range from 0 (no symptoms) to 6 (death).
When is CPT G0045 used?
Quality measure tracking functional outcomes after stroke; MRS scores range from 0 (no symptoms) to 6 (death).
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