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G9556 CT/cta/MRI/a no follup imag

G Codes

Also known as: no chest imaging follow-up, surveillance not indicated

Documentation that computed tomography, computed tomographic angiography, magnetic resonance imaging, or angiography of chest was not recommended for follow-up.

In Plain Language

chest scans not recommended

Clinical Context

Oncology quality measure documenting appropriate decision not to recommend chest imaging surveillance.

RVU Information

CPT G9556 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

OncologyRadiologyQuality Reporting

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code G9556?

CPT G9556 (CT/cta/MRI/a no follup imag) is a G Codes code. Documentation that computed tomography, computed tomographic angiography, magnetic resonance imaging, or angiography of chest was not recommended for follow-up.

Who uses CPT code G9556?

CPT G9556 is used by Oncology, Radiology, Quality Reporting. Oncology quality measure documenting appropriate decision not to recommend chest imaging surveillance.

When is CPT G9556 used?

Oncology quality measure documenting appropriate decision not to recommend chest imaging surveillance.

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