G0420 Ed service ckd ind per session
Also known as: CKD education individual, kidney disease patient education
Educational services for chronic kidney disease in individual patient format per session addressing disease management and self-care.
In Plain Language
kidney disease education class
Clinical Context
One-on-one education about chronic kidney disease progression, dietary modifications, medication adherence, and lifestyle management.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.12 |
| Total RVU | 2.12 |
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 2.12, this code ranks in the 79th percentile among G Codes codes — 2.2x the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0420?
CPT G0420 (Ed service ckd ind per session) is a G Codes code. Educational services for chronic kidney disease in individual patient format per session addressing disease management and self-care.
Who uses CPT code G0420?
CPT G0420 is used by Nephrology, Primary Care. One-on-one education about chronic kidney disease progression, dietary modifications, medication adherence, and lifestyle management.
When is CPT G0420 used?
One-on-one education about chronic kidney disease progression, dietary modifications, medication adherence, and lifestyle management.
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