G0247 Routine footcare pt w lops
Also known as: routine diabetic foot care, preventive foot maintenance
Routine foot care and maintenance in patient with loss of protective sensation (LOPS), including nail trimming, skin care, and preventive measures.
In Plain Language
Regular foot care for numb feet; Diabetic foot maintenance
Clinical Context
Ongoing preventive foot care for patients with diabetic neuropathy. Includes nail care, skin assessment, callus management, and patient education.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.49 |
| Total RVU | 0.49 |
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 0.49, this code ranks in the 26th percentile among G Codes codes — 2.0x below the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0247?
CPT G0247 (Routine footcare pt w lops) is a G Codes code. Routine foot care and maintenance in patient with loss of protective sensation (LOPS), including nail trimming, skin care, and preventive measures.
Who uses CPT code G0247?
CPT G0247 is used by Endocrinology, Podiatry, Diabetes Management. Ongoing preventive foot care for patients with diabetic neuropathy. Includes nail care, skin assessment, callus management, and patient education.
When is CPT G0247 used?
Ongoing preventive foot care for patients with diabetic neuropathy. Includes nail care, skin assessment, callus management, and patient education.
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