G0545 Inherent visit to inpt
Also known as: inpatient office visit, hospital continuity visit, bedside visit
Inherent office visit by clinician to inpatient in hospital setting for continuity of care.
In Plain Language
Doctor visit at hospital bedside; Hospital room visit; Inpatient continuation visit
Clinical Context
Office-based clinician visit to hospitalized patient for ongoing management and continuity of outpatient care.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.89 |
| Total RVU | 0.89 |
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 0.89, this code ranks in the 46th percentile among G Codes codes — 1.1x below the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0545?
CPT G0545 (Inherent visit to inpt) is a G Codes code. Inherent office visit by clinician to inpatient in hospital setting for continuity of care.
Who uses CPT code G0545?
CPT G0545 is used by Hospitalist, Care Coordination, Primary Care. Office-based clinician visit to hospitalized patient for ongoing management and continuity of outpatient care.
When is CPT G0545 used?
Office-based clinician visit to hospitalized patient for ongoing management and continuity of outpatient care.
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