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3040F Fev <40% predicted value

Other

Also known as: FEV1 <40% documented, severe airflow obstruction documented, advanced COPD documented

Documentation of forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1) measured at less than 40% of predicted value in pulmonary disease patient.

In Plain Language

severe lung disease noted

Clinical Context

Quality measure code documenting severe airflow obstruction requiring intensive management; indicates Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease stage 3-4 disease.

RVU Information

CPT 3040F does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.

Billing & Documentation

Documentation should include the clinical indication, service details, and any applicable performance metrics. Coverage may vary by payer — verify acceptance before billing.

Specialties

PulmonologyInternal Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 3040F?

CPT 3040F (Fev <40% predicted value) is a Other code. Documentation of forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1) measured at less than 40% of predicted value in pulmonary disease patient.

Who uses CPT code 3040F?

CPT 3040F is used by Pulmonology, Internal Medicine. Quality measure code documenting severe airflow obstruction requiring intensive management; indicates Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease stage 3-4 disease.

When is CPT 3040F used?

Quality measure code documenting severe airflow obstruction requiring intensive management; indicates Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease stage 3-4 disease.

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