G9556 CT/cta/MRI/a no follup imag
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
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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