G9999 Doc sys rsn <3 colon
Also known as: colonoscopy exclusion, colorectal screening exclusion
Documentation of system reason for not screening a patient for colorectal cancer as an exclusion criterion for quality measures.
In Plain Language
colon cancer screening not available; screening not done due to system limitations
Clinical Context
Used to document system-level or administrative barriers (such as lack of available resources or coordination failure) preventing colorectal cancer screening in eligible patients.
RVU Information
CPT G9999 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 G9999?
CPT G9999 (Doc sys rsn <3 colon) is a G Codes code. Documentation of system reason for not screening a patient for colorectal cancer as an exclusion criterion for quality measures.
Who uses CPT code G9999?
CPT G9999 is used by Gastroenterology, Primary Care, Care Coordination. Used to document system-level or administrative barriers (such as lack of available resources or coordination failure) preventing colorectal cancer screening in eligible patients.
When is CPT G9999 used?
Used to document system-level or administrative barriers (such as lack of available resources or coordination failure) preventing colorectal cancer screening in eligible patients.
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