G8882 No sent lymph node biopsy
Also known as: sentinel node biopsy missed, SLNB not done without reason
Performance measure indicating sentinel lymph node biopsy was not performed without documented reason.
In Plain Language
lymph node was not tested despite being indicated; sentinel node biopsy should have been done
Clinical Context
Captures instances where sentinel lymph node biopsy was appropriate but not performed, indicating potential quality of care issue.
RVU Information
CPT G8882 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 G8882?
CPT G8882 (No sent lymph node biopsy) is a G Codes code. Performance measure indicating sentinel lymph node biopsy was not performed without documented reason.
Who uses CPT code G8882?
CPT G8882 is used by Surgical Oncology, Quality Reporting. Captures instances where sentinel lymph node biopsy was appropriate but not performed, indicating potential quality of care issue.
When is CPT G8882 used?
Captures instances where sentinel lymph node biopsy was appropriate but not performed, indicating potential quality of care issue.
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