G0235 Pet not otherwise specified
Also known as: PET imaging, metabolic imaging
Positron emission tomography (PET) imaging not otherwise specified, for oncologic and non-oncologic indications requiring specialized metabolic imaging.
In Plain Language
Special scanning test for disease detection; Metabolic disease imaging
Clinical Context
PET imaging for various oncologic and non-oncologic conditions including dementia, cardiac viability, and complex diagnostic questions.
RVU Information
CPT G0235 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 G0235?
CPT G0235 (Pet not otherwise specified) is a G Codes code. Positron emission tomography (PET) imaging not otherwise specified, for oncologic and non-oncologic indications requiring specialized metabolic imaging.
Who uses CPT code G0235?
CPT G0235 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Oncology, Radiology. PET imaging for various oncologic and non-oncologic conditions including dementia, cardiac viability, and complex diagnostic questions.
When is CPT G0235 used?
PET imaging for various oncologic and non-oncologic conditions including dementia, cardiac viability, and complex diagnostic questions.
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