G8916 Pt w intravenous ab given on time
Also known as: IV antibiotics given on time, prophylactic antibiotic administration, timely surgical prophylaxis
Performance measure indicating patient received intravenous (IV) prophylactic antibiotics on time during the surgical encounter.
In Plain Language
antibiotic was given through the vein at the right time before surgery; infection prevention antibiotic given on schedule
Clinical Context
Quality measure for surgical site infection prevention documenting timely administration of prophylactic IV antibiotics within recommended timeframe of incision.
RVU Information
CPT G8916 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 G8916?
CPT G8916 (Pt w intravenous ab given on time) is a G Codes code. Performance measure indicating patient received intravenous (IV) prophylactic antibiotics on time during the surgical encounter.
Who uses CPT code G8916?
CPT G8916 is used by Surgery, Surgical Quality, Infection Control. Quality measure for surgical site infection prevention documenting timely administration of prophylactic IV antibiotics within recommended timeframe of incision.
When is CPT G8916 used?
Quality measure for surgical site infection prevention documenting timely administration of prophylactic IV antibiotics within recommended timeframe of incision.
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