G0472 Hep c screening high risk/other
Also known as: Hep C screen, HCV testing, hepatitis C antibody test
Hepatitis C virus screening test for high-risk individuals or persons with other specific risk factors.
In Plain Language
Hepatitis C blood test; Liver infection screening; HCV check
Clinical Context
Screening for Hepatitis C in patients with identified risk factors (IVDU history, healthcare workers, incarcerated), as recommended by CDC and USPSTF.
RVU Information
CPT G0472 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 G0472?
CPT G0472 (Hep c screening high risk/other) is a G Codes code. Hepatitis C virus screening test for high-risk individuals or persons with other specific risk factors.
Who uses CPT code G0472?
CPT G0472 is used by Infectious Disease, Primary Care, Virology. Screening for Hepatitis C in patients with identified risk factors (IVDU history, healthcare workers, incarcerated), as recommended by CDC and USPSTF.
When is CPT G0472 used?
Screening for Hepatitis C in patients with identified risk factors (IVDU history, healthcare workers, incarcerated), as recommended by CDC and USPSTF.
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