G9773 1 bod temp >=35.5
Also known as: body temp >=35.5C documented
HCPCS code documenting one body temperature measurement greater than or equal to 35.5 degrees Celsius.
In Plain Language
body temperature above 35.5C recorded
Clinical Context
Documents core temperature measurement maintaining normothermia (>=35.5C) during intraoperative period for quality measure compliance.
RVU Information
CPT G9773 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 G9773?
CPT G9773 (1 bod temp >=35.5) is a G Codes code. HCPCS code documenting one body temperature measurement greater than or equal to 35.5 degrees Celsius.
Who uses CPT code G9773?
CPT G9773 is used by Anesthesiology, Operating Room Nursing, Surgery. Documents core temperature measurement maintaining normothermia (>=35.5C) during intraoperative period for quality measure compliance.
When is CPT G9773 used?
Documents core temperature measurement maintaining normothermia (>=35.5C) during intraoperative period for quality measure compliance.
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