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G9212 Doc of dsm-iv initial evaluation

G Codes

Also known as: DSM-IV documentation, DSM-IV initial eval

Documentation of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders IV diagnostic criteria completed during initial psychiatric evaluation.

In Plain Language

mental health diagnosis documentation; psychiatric diagnosis checklist

Clinical Context

Quality measure documenting proper psychiatric assessment using DSM-IV criteria at initial mental health evaluation visit.

RVU Information

CPT G9212 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

PsychiatryMental HealthBehavioral Health

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code G9212?

CPT G9212 (Doc of dsm-iv initial evaluation) is a G Codes code. Documentation of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders IV diagnostic criteria completed during initial psychiatric evaluation.

Who uses CPT code G9212?

CPT G9212 is used by Psychiatry, Mental Health, Behavioral Health. Quality measure documenting proper psychiatric assessment using DSM-IV criteria at initial mental health evaluation visit.

When is CPT G9212 used?

Quality measure documenting proper psychiatric assessment using DSM-IV criteria at initial mental health evaluation visit.

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