G2146 Leg pain vas 9-15mo <= 3
Also known as: Leg pain assessment, VAS score long-term
HCPCS code documenting leg pain Visual Analog Scale score between 9-15 months post-operative, with improvement of 3 or less. Delayed spine surgery outcome.
In Plain Language
Leg pain minimal improvement by 9-15 months; Limited long-term improvement
Clinical Context
Used for long-term spine surgery outcome tracking at 9-15 months. Documents minimal radicular pain resolution.
RVU Information
CPT G2146 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 G2146?
CPT G2146 (Leg pain vas 9-15mo <= 3) is a G Codes code. HCPCS code documenting leg pain Visual Analog Scale score between 9-15 months post-operative, with improvement of 3 or less. Delayed spine surgery outcome.
Who uses CPT code G2146?
CPT G2146 is used by Orthopedic Surgery, Spine Surgery, Pain Management. Used for long-term spine surgery outcome tracking at 9-15 months. Documents minimal radicular pain resolution.
When is CPT G2146 used?
Used for long-term spine surgery outcome tracking at 9-15 months. Documents minimal radicular pain resolution.
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