G9655 Toc tool incl key elem
Also known as: structured handoff, comprehensive transfer document
Documentation that transfer of care tool included key elements (patient/family education, communication to next care provider, medication list, and reason for hospitalization).
In Plain Language
complete information given to next provider
Clinical Context
Care coordination quality measure documenting comprehensive transfer of care documentation with all required elements.
RVU Information
CPT G9655 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 G9655?
CPT G9655 (Toc tool incl key elem) is a G Codes code. Documentation that transfer of care tool included key elements (patient/family education, communication to next care provider, medication list, and reason for hospitalization).
Who uses CPT code G9655?
CPT G9655 is used by Care Management, Hospital Medicine, Quality Reporting. Care coordination quality measure documenting comprehensive transfer of care documentation with all required elements.
When is CPT G9655 used?
Care coordination quality measure documenting comprehensive transfer of care documentation with all required elements.
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