G0560 Safety plan interven
Also known as: safety planning, suicide prevention plan, self-harm prevention
Safety plan intervention for suicide prevention or self-harm risk mitigation.
In Plain Language
Suicide prevention planning; Safety planning for crisis; Risk prevention interview
Clinical Context
Structured clinical intervention developing safety plan with patient at risk for suicide or self-harm.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.09 |
| Total RVU | 1.09 |
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 1.09, this code ranks in the 57th percentile among G Codes codes — 1.1x the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0560?
CPT G0560 (Safety plan interven) is a G Codes code. Safety plan intervention for suicide prevention or self-harm risk mitigation.
Who uses CPT code G0560?
CPT G0560 is used by Psychiatry, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health. Structured clinical intervention developing safety plan with patient at risk for suicide or self-harm.
When is CPT G0560 used?
Structured clinical intervention developing safety plan with patient at risk for suicide or self-harm.
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