G0049 Main hemo in-cntr
Also known as: in-center hemodialysis, maintenance dialysis in-center
Maintenance hemodialysis performed in-center during the reporting period, documenting the dialysis treatment setting.
In Plain Language
regular dialysis done at dialysis center
Clinical Context
Quality measure code identifying patients receiving maintenance hemodialysis at a dialysis facility rather than home dialysis.
RVU Information
CPT G0049 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 G0049?
CPT G0049 (Main hemo in-cntr) is a G Codes code. Maintenance hemodialysis performed in-center during the reporting period, documenting the dialysis treatment setting.
Who uses CPT code G0049?
CPT G0049 is used by multiple specialties. Quality measure code identifying patients receiving maintenance hemodialysis at a dialysis facility rather than home dialysis.
When is CPT G0049 used?
Quality measure code identifying patients receiving maintenance hemodialysis at a dialysis facility rather than home dialysis.
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