G9906 Pt recv tbco cess interv
Also known as: tobacco cessation intervention given, smoking cessation counseling
Healthcare quality measure documenting patient identified as tobacco user received tobacco cessation intervention.
In Plain Language
smoker given help to quit; tobacco cessation treatment
Clinical Context
Quality measure for tobacco cessation programs documenting appropriate intervention for identified tobacco users.
RVU Information
CPT G9906 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 G9906?
CPT G9906 (Pt recv tbco cess interv) is a G Codes code. Healthcare quality measure documenting patient identified as tobacco user received tobacco cessation intervention.
Who uses CPT code G9906?
CPT G9906 is used by Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, Tobacco Cessation. Quality measure for tobacco cessation programs documenting appropriate intervention for identified tobacco users.
When is CPT G9906 used?
Quality measure for tobacco cessation programs documenting appropriate intervention for identified tobacco users.
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