G9539 Intent pot remv time placemt
Also known as: retrievable filter placement, temporary filter intent
Documentation that intent was to perform removal of inferior vena cava filter at time of placement.
In Plain Language
temporary filter put in vein to catch blood clots
Clinical Context
Vascular quality measure documenting appropriate temporary placement of removable IVC filters with documented removal plan.
RVU Information
CPT G9539 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 G9539?
CPT G9539 (Intent pot remv time placemt) is a G Codes code. Documentation that intent was to perform removal of inferior vena cava filter at time of placement.
Who uses CPT code G9539?
CPT G9539 is used by Vascular Surgery, Interventional Radiology, Hematology. Vascular quality measure documenting appropriate temporary placement of removable IVC filters with documented removal plan.
When is CPT G9539 used?
Vascular quality measure documenting appropriate temporary placement of removable IVC filters with documented removal plan.
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