G8753 Sys bp > or = 140
Also known as: SBP ≥140 mmHg, Elevated systolic BP, High systolic pressure
Documentation that systolic blood pressure is greater than or equal to 140 millimeters of mercury (mmHg).
In Plain Language
Upper blood pressure reading 140 or higher; High systolic pressure
Clinical Context
Quality measure documenting suboptimal systolic blood pressure control requiring intervention.
RVU Information
CPT G8753 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 G8753?
CPT G8753 (Sys bp > or = 140) is a G Codes code. Documentation that systolic blood pressure is greater than or equal to 140 millimeters of mercury (mmHg).
Who uses CPT code G8753?
CPT G8753 is used by Cardiology, Internal Medicine. Quality measure documenting suboptimal systolic blood pressure control requiring intervention.
When is CPT G8753 used?
Quality measure documenting suboptimal systolic blood pressure control requiring intervention.
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