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G8659 Rafscrs lbi scor >= 0

G Codes

Also known as: RAFSCRS left leg impairment >=0, Elevated gait/balance dysfunction, Left leg impairment risk

Documentation of Risk Assessment and Frailty Collaborative Studies (RAFSCRS) Left Leg Impairment (Balance/Gait) Index score greater than or equal to 0.

In Plain Language

Left leg balance/walking problem score at elevated level; Left leg balance or walking difficulty

Clinical Context

Quality measure documenting perioperative left lower extremity balance and gait impairment risk using RAFSCRS assessment.

RVU Information

CPT G8659 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

OrthopedicsPhysical MedicineSurgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code G8659?

CPT G8659 (Rafscrs lbi scor >= 0) is a G Codes code. Documentation of Risk Assessment and Frailty Collaborative Studies (RAFSCRS) Left Leg Impairment (Balance/Gait) Index score greater than or equal to 0.

Who uses CPT code G8659?

CPT G8659 is used by Orthopedics, Physical Medicine, Surgery. Quality measure documenting perioperative left lower extremity balance and gait impairment risk using RAFSCRS assessment.

When is CPT G8659 used?

Quality measure documenting perioperative left lower extremity balance and gait impairment risk using RAFSCRS assessment.

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