G2140 Leg pain vas 6-20wk <= 3
Also known as: Leg pain assessment, VAS score documentation
HCPCS code documenting leg pain Visual Analog Scale score between 6-20 weeks post-operative, with improvement of 3 or less. Spine surgery outcome.
In Plain Language
Leg pain score 3 or less improvement; Limited leg pain improvement
Clinical Context
Used in spine surgery outcome measurement. Documents minimal radicular pain improvement in first 6-20 weeks post-operatively.
RVU Information
CPT G2140 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 G2140?
CPT G2140 (Leg pain vas 6-20wk <= 3) is a G Codes code. HCPCS code documenting leg pain Visual Analog Scale score between 6-20 weeks post-operative, with improvement of 3 or less. Spine surgery outcome.
Who uses CPT code G2140?
CPT G2140 is used by Orthopedic Surgery, Spine Surgery, Pain Management. Used in spine surgery outcome measurement. Documents minimal radicular pain improvement in first 6-20 weeks post-operatively.
When is CPT G2140 used?
Used in spine surgery outcome measurement. Documents minimal radicular pain improvement in first 6-20 weeks post-operatively.
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