G0179 Md recertification hha pt
Also known as: HHA recertification, home health recert
Physician recertification of home health agency patient including medical review, plan of care verification, and continuance determination.
In Plain Language
Doctor approval to continue home care; Home health care renewal
Clinical Context
Periodic physician recertification required for Medicare home health service continuation. Includes chart review, patient assessment, and care plan validation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.44 |
| Total RVU | 0.44 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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
With a work RVU of 0.44, this code ranks in the 23rd percentile among G Codes codes — 2.2x below the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0179?
CPT G0179 (Md recertification hha pt) is a G Codes code. Physician recertification of home health agency patient including medical review, plan of care verification, and continuance determination.
Who uses CPT code G0179?
CPT G0179 is used by Home Health, Primary Care, Internal Medicine. Periodic physician recertification required for Medicare home health service continuation. Includes chart review, patient assessment, and care plan validation.
When is CPT G0179 used?
Periodic physician recertification required for Medicare home health service continuation. Includes chart review, patient assessment, and care plan validation.
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