G8723 Specimen sit not prim tumor
Also known as: Specimen not primary, Non-primary site, Metastatic specimen
Documentation that specimen site is not primary tumor, therefore pathology grading is not applicable.
In Plain Language
Sample taken from area other than original cancer; Not the primary tumor
Clinical Context
Quality measure documenting appropriateness of omitting pathology grading when specimen is from metastatic or recurrent disease rather than primary tumor.
RVU Information
CPT G8723 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 G8723?
CPT G8723 (Specimen sit not prim tumor) is a G Codes code. Documentation that specimen site is not primary tumor, therefore pathology grading is not applicable.
Who uses CPT code G8723?
CPT G8723 is used by Oncology, Pathology. Quality measure documenting appropriateness of omitting pathology grading when specimen is from metastatic or recurrent disease rather than primary tumor.
When is CPT G8723 used?
Quality measure documenting appropriateness of omitting pathology grading when specimen is from metastatic or recurrent disease rather than primary tumor.
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