G9541 Filter rem 3 mon plmt
Also known as: filter removal, filter retrieval
Documentation that inferior vena cava filter was removed or retrieved within three months of placement.
In Plain Language
blood clot filter was taken out
Clinical Context
Vascular quality measure documenting timely removal of temporary IVC filters within appropriate clinical window.
RVU Information
CPT G9541 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 G9541?
CPT G9541 (Filter rem 3 mon plmt) is a G Codes code. Documentation that inferior vena cava filter was removed or retrieved within three months of placement.
Who uses CPT code G9541?
CPT G9541 is used by Vascular Surgery, Interventional Radiology, Hematology. Vascular quality measure documenting timely removal of temporary IVC filters within appropriate clinical window.
When is CPT G9541 used?
Vascular quality measure documenting timely removal of temporary IVC filters within appropriate clinical window.
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