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G8808 Ultrasound not perf, rng

G Codes

Also known as: US not done; reason documented, Imaging contraindicated, Medically justified omission

Documentation that ultrasound was not performed with documented reason for non-performance provided.

In Plain Language

Ultrasound not done but reason documented; Medical reason for no ultrasound given

Clinical Context

Quality measure documenting clinically justified absence of ultrasound imaging.

RVU Information

CPT G8808 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

Obstetrics/GynecologyUltrasound

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code G8808?

CPT G8808 (Ultrasound not perf, rng) is a G Codes code. Documentation that ultrasound was not performed with documented reason for non-performance provided.

Who uses CPT code G8808?

CPT G8808 is used by Obstetrics/Gynecology, Ultrasound. Quality measure documenting clinically justified absence of ultrasound imaging.

When is CPT G8808 used?

Quality measure documenting clinically justified absence of ultrasound imaging.

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