G0219 Pet img wholbod melano nonco
Also known as: whole body PET, full-body PET scan
Positron emission tomography (PET) imaging of whole body for melanoma and non-colorectal cancer evaluation and staging.
In Plain Language
Full body cancer imaging scan; Whole-body cancer detection
Clinical Context
Comprehensive PET imaging from head to toe for initial staging and surveillance of melanoma and other non-colorectal malignancies.
RVU Information
CPT G0219 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.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0219?
CPT G0219 (Pet img wholbod melano nonco) is a G Codes code. Positron emission tomography (PET) imaging of whole body for melanoma and non-colorectal cancer evaluation and staging.
Who uses CPT code G0219?
CPT G0219 is used by Oncology, Nuclear Medicine, Radiology. Comprehensive PET imaging from head to toe for initial staging and surveillance of melanoma and other non-colorectal malignancies.
When is CPT G0219 used?
Comprehensive PET imaging from head to toe for initial staging and surveillance of melanoma and other non-colorectal malignancies.
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