G9393 Ini phq9 >9 remiss <5
Also known as: depression remission, PHQ-9 improvement
Initial Patient Health Questionnaire-9 score greater than 9 with remission at follow-up assessment, score less than 5.
In Plain Language
depression score got much better; depression screening shows major improvement
Clinical Context
Quality measure tracking positive outcome in depression management when initial PHQ-9 score indicates moderate-to-severe depression but follow-up assessment shows remission (score less than 5).
RVU Information
CPT G9393 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 G9393?
CPT G9393 (Ini phq9 >9 remiss <5) is a G Codes code. Initial Patient Health Questionnaire-9 score greater than 9 with remission at follow-up assessment, score less than 5.
Who uses CPT code G9393?
CPT G9393 is used by Psychiatry, Primary Care, Behavioral Health. Quality measure tracking positive outcome in depression management when initial PHQ-9 score indicates moderate-to-severe depression but follow-up assessment shows remission (score less than 5).
When is CPT G9393 used?
Quality measure tracking positive outcome in depression management when initial PHQ-9 score indicates moderate-to-severe depression but follow-up assessment shows remission (score less than 5).
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