4045F Empiric antibiotic prescription
Also known as: empiric antibiotics, empiric coverage
Performance measure indicating documentation that empiric antibiotic therapy was prescribed. Tracks appropriate empiric coverage initiation.
In Plain Language
antibiotics started without waiting for culture results
Clinical Context
Quality measure for infection management. Documents initiation of broad-spectrum empiric antibiotics for serious infections while awaiting culture/sensitivity results.
RVU Information
CPT 4045F 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 4045F?
CPT 4045F (Empiric antibiotic prescription) is a Other code. Performance measure indicating documentation that empiric antibiotic therapy was prescribed. Tracks appropriate empiric coverage initiation.
Who uses CPT code 4045F?
CPT 4045F is used by Internal Medicine, Infectious Disease, Critical Care. Quality measure for infection management. Documents initiation of broad-spectrum empiric antibiotics for serious infections while awaiting culture/sensitivity results.
When is CPT 4045F used?
Quality measure for infection management. Documents initiation of broad-spectrum empiric antibiotics for serious infections while awaiting culture/sensitivity results.
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