G0337 Hospice evaluation preelecti
Also known as: hospice evaluation, hospice pre-election assessment, terminal prognosis eval
Physician-performed comprehensive hospice evaluation and assessment to determine medical eligibility and prognosis before hospice election.
In Plain Language
hospice assessment visit; end-of-life care eligibility check
Clinical Context
Required before patient formally elects hospice benefit. Includes physician documentation of terminal condition and prognosis of 6 months or less.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.42 |
| Total RVU | 1.42 |
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 1.42, this code ranks in the 65th percentile among G Codes codes — 1.5x the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0337?
CPT G0337 (Hospice evaluation preelecti) is a G Codes code. Physician-performed comprehensive hospice evaluation and assessment to determine medical eligibility and prognosis before hospice election.
Who uses CPT code G0337?
CPT G0337 is used by Hospice, Palliative Medicine, Internal Medicine. Required before patient formally elects hospice benefit. Includes physician documentation of terminal condition and prognosis of 6 months or less.
When is CPT G0337 used?
Required before patient formally elects hospice benefit. Includes physician documentation of terminal condition and prognosis of 6 months or less.
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