G9660 Doc medial rsn colo pt >= 86y
Also known as: screening indication documented, medical justification
Documentation of medical reason for colorectal cancer screening in patient age eighty-six years and older.
In Plain Language
reason for colon screening in elderly patient
Clinical Context
Preventive medicine quality measure documenting appropriate medical justification for colorectal screening in very elderly patients.
RVU Information
CPT G9660 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 G9660?
CPT G9660 (Doc medial rsn colo pt >= 86y) is a G Codes code. Documentation of medical reason for colorectal cancer screening in patient age eighty-six years and older.
Who uses CPT code G9660?
CPT G9660 is used by Gastroenterology, Primary Care, Quality Reporting. Preventive medicine quality measure documenting appropriate medical justification for colorectal screening in very elderly patients.
When is CPT G9660 used?
Preventive medicine quality measure documenting appropriate medical justification for colorectal screening in very elderly patients.
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