G9548 No follow-up rec image study
Also known as: no imaging follow-up, no surveillance needed
Documentation that no follow-up or surveillance imaging study was recommended.
In Plain Language
no follow-up scans needed
Clinical Context
Oncology quality measure documenting appropriate decision not to recommend follow-up imaging for benign-appearing lesions.
RVU Information
CPT G9548 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 G9548?
CPT G9548 (No follow-up rec image study) is a G Codes code. Documentation that no follow-up or surveillance imaging study was recommended.
Who uses CPT code G9548?
CPT G9548 is used by Oncology, Radiology, Quality Reporting. Oncology quality measure documenting appropriate decision not to recommend follow-up imaging for benign-appearing lesions.
When is CPT G9548 used?
Oncology quality measure documenting appropriate decision not to recommend follow-up imaging for benign-appearing lesions.
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