G8967 Warf or other fda drug presc
Also known as: anticoagulation prescribed, warfarin therapy initiated, anticoagulant given
Performance measure indicating patient was prescribed warfarin or other FDA-approved anticoagulant therapy during the measurement period.
In Plain Language
patient was given blood thinner medication; anticoagulation therapy prescribed
Clinical Context
Quality measure documenting appropriate anticoagulation therapy in patients with atrial fibrillation or other indications to reduce stroke risk.
RVU Information
CPT G8967 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 G8967?
CPT G8967 (Warf or other fda drug presc) is a G Codes code. Performance measure indicating patient was prescribed warfarin or other FDA-approved anticoagulant therapy during the measurement period.
Who uses CPT code G8967?
CPT G8967 is used by Cardiology, Primary Care, Internal Medicine. Quality measure documenting appropriate anticoagulation therapy in patients with atrial fibrillation or other indications to reduce stroke risk.
When is CPT G8967 used?
Quality measure documenting appropriate anticoagulation therapy in patients with atrial fibrillation or other indications to reduce stroke risk.
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