G2197 Screening hlthy etoh use
Also known as: alcohol screening negative, healthy drinking, low-risk ETOH
Documentation indicator for screening negative result indicating healthy or low-risk alcohol use patterns in patient populations.
In Plain Language
Patient drinks safely; Low-risk alcohol use confirmed
Clinical Context
Used to document negative screening for unhealthy alcohol use, indicating patient has healthy drinking patterns requiring no intervention.
RVU Information
CPT G2197 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 G2197?
CPT G2197 (Screening hlthy etoh use) is a G Codes code. Documentation indicator for screening negative result indicating healthy or low-risk alcohol use patterns in patient populations.
Who uses CPT code G2197?
CPT G2197 is used by Primary Care, Family Medicine, Preventive Medicine. Used to document negative screening for unhealthy alcohol use, indicating patient has healthy drinking patterns requiring no intervention.
When is CPT G2197 used?
Used to document negative screening for unhealthy alcohol use, indicating patient has healthy drinking patterns requiring no intervention.
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