G2174 Uri new prescription antibiotic 30d
Also known as: URI antibiotic prescription, URI treatment
HCPCS code documenting upper respiratory infection with new antibiotic prescription within 30 days. Documents antibiotic treatment.
In Plain Language
Cold or flu treated with antibiotics; Respiratory infection with medication
Clinical Context
Used in antibiotic stewardship and quality measurement. Documents URI cases receiving antibiotic therapy.
RVU Information
CPT G2174 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 G2174?
CPT G2174 (Uri new prescription antibiotic 30d) is a G Codes code. HCPCS code documenting upper respiratory infection with new antibiotic prescription within 30 days. Documents antibiotic treatment.
Who uses CPT code G2174?
CPT G2174 is used by Primary Care, Infectious Disease, Quality Measurement. Used in antibiotic stewardship and quality measurement. Documents URI cases receiving antibiotic therapy.
When is CPT G2174 used?
Used in antibiotic stewardship and quality measurement. Documents URI cases receiving antibiotic therapy.
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