G9544 No filt remov with in 3mos plcm
Also known as: retained filter, filter not removed
Documentation that inferior vena cava filter was not removed or retrieved within three months of placement.
In Plain Language
blood clot filter was left in place
Clinical Context
Vascular quality measure identifying cases where temporary IVC filters were not removed within appropriate timeframe.
RVU Information
CPT G9544 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 G9544?
CPT G9544 (No filt remov with in 3mos plcm) is a G Codes code. Documentation that inferior vena cava filter was not removed or retrieved within three months of placement.
Who uses CPT code G9544?
CPT G9544 is used by Vascular Surgery, Interventional Radiology, Quality Reporting. Vascular quality measure identifying cases where temporary IVC filters were not removed within appropriate timeframe.
When is CPT G9544 used?
Vascular quality measure identifying cases where temporary IVC filters were not removed within appropriate timeframe.
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