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G2079 Take-hom buprenorphine

G Codes

Also known as: Take-home buprenorphine, OTP buprenorphine

HCPCS code for take-home buprenorphine provided in opioid treatment program. Home dispensing of opioid agonist-antagonist.

In Plain Language

Buprenorphine to take home; Home addiction treatment

Clinical Context

Used when buprenorphine is dispensed for home administration. Common in office-based opioid treatment programs and qualified OTPs.

RVU Information

CPT G2079 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

Addiction MedicineOpioid Treatment ProgramSubstance Use Disorder

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code G2079?

CPT G2079 (Take-hom buprenorphine) is a G Codes code. HCPCS code for take-home buprenorphine provided in opioid treatment program. Home dispensing of opioid agonist-antagonist.

Who uses CPT code G2079?

CPT G2079 is used by Addiction Medicine, Opioid Treatment Program, Substance Use Disorder. Used when buprenorphine is dispensed for home administration. Common in office-based opioid treatment programs and qualified OTPs.

When is CPT G2079 used?

Used when buprenorphine is dispensed for home administration. Common in office-based opioid treatment programs and qualified OTPs.

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