G8755 Dias bp > or = 90
Also known as: DBP ≥90 mmHg, Elevated diastolic BP, High diastolic pressure
Documentation that diastolic blood pressure is greater than or equal to 90 millimeters of mercury (mmHg).
In Plain Language
Lower blood pressure reading 90 or higher; High diastolic pressure
Clinical Context
Quality measure documenting suboptimal diastolic blood pressure control requiring treatment adjustment.
RVU Information
CPT G8755 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 G8755?
CPT G8755 (Dias bp > or = 90) is a G Codes code. Documentation that diastolic blood pressure is greater than or equal to 90 millimeters of mercury (mmHg).
Who uses CPT code G8755?
CPT G8755 is used by Cardiology, Internal Medicine. Quality measure documenting suboptimal diastolic blood pressure control requiring treatment adjustment.
When is CPT G8755 used?
Quality measure documenting suboptimal diastolic blood pressure control requiring treatment adjustment.
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