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G9830 Her-2 pos

G Codes

Also known as: HER2 positive, HER-2 positive breast cancer

Healthcare quality measure documenting Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2 positive breast cancer status.

In Plain Language

breast cancer protein marker positive; HER2 positive cancer

Clinical Context

Quality measure used in breast cancer oncology to identify patients with HER2-positive tumors, which have prognostic and therapeutic implications, particularly for trastuzumab (Herceptin) eligibility.

RVU Information

CPT G9830 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

OncologyBreast SurgeryPathology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code G9830?

CPT G9830 (Her-2 pos) is a G Codes code. Healthcare quality measure documenting Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2 positive breast cancer status.

Who uses CPT code G9830?

CPT G9830 is used by Oncology, Breast Surgery, Pathology. Quality measure used in breast cancer oncology to identify patients with HER2-positive tumors, which have prognostic and therapeutic implications, particularly for trastuzumab (Herceptin) eligibility.

When is CPT G9830 used?

Quality measure used in breast cancer oncology to identify patients with HER2-positive tumors, which have prognostic and therapeutic implications, particularly for trastuzumab (Herceptin) eligibility.

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