G9997 Doc pt preg dur msrmt pd
Also known as: pregnancy exclusion, pregnant patient
Documentation that a patient is pregnant during the measurement period as an exclusion criterion for quality measures.
In Plain Language
pregnant; expecting a baby
Clinical Context
Used as an exclusion criterion documentation code indicating pregnant patients who are exempt from certain quality performance measures during the measurement period.
RVU Information
CPT G9997 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 G9997?
CPT G9997 (Doc pt preg dur msrmt pd) is a G Codes code. Documentation that a patient is pregnant during the measurement period as an exclusion criterion for quality measures.
Who uses CPT code G9997?
CPT G9997 is used by Obstetrics, Primary Care, Internal Medicine. Used as an exclusion criterion documentation code indicating pregnant patients who are exempt from certain quality performance measures during the measurement period.
When is CPT G9997 used?
Used as an exclusion criterion documentation code indicating pregnant patients who are exempt from certain quality performance measures during the measurement period.
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