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G9070 Onc diagnosis sclc/nsclc external unknwn

G Codes

Also known as: lung cancer extent unknown, undetermined disease extent

Performance measure documenting diagnosis of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) or NSCLC with unknown extent of disease not otherwise specified.

In Plain Language

lung cancer spread is not yet determined; lung cancer extent not yet known

Clinical Context

Quality measure capturing lung cancer cases with incomplete staging for extent of disease.

RVU Information

CPT G9070 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

Thoracic OncologyPulmonary Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code G9070?

CPT G9070 (Onc diagnosis sclc/nsclc external unknwn) is a G Codes code. Performance measure documenting diagnosis of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) or NSCLC with unknown extent of disease not otherwise specified.

Who uses CPT code G9070?

CPT G9070 is used by Thoracic Oncology, Pulmonary Medicine. Quality measure capturing lung cancer cases with incomplete staging for extent of disease.

When is CPT G9070 used?

Quality measure capturing lung cancer cases with incomplete staging for extent of disease.

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