HCPCS G8964
Cardiac stress imaging test performed primarily for any other reason than monitoring of asymptomatic patient who had pci within 2 years (e.g., symptomatic patient, patient greater than 2 years since pci, initial evaluation, etc)
HCPCS
G8964
CMS Temporary Procedures & Professional Services
Description
Cardiac stress imaging test performed primarily for any other reason than monitoring of asymptomatic patient who had pci within 2 years (e.g., symptomatic patient, patient greater than 2 years since pci, initial evaluation, etc)
Common Specialties
Cardiology, Emergency Medicine
Documentation Requirements
- Document clinical indications and clear medical necessity supporting the encounter or procedure.
- Ensure complete provider signatures, credentials, date, and specific place of service (POS).
- Verify documentation strictly supports code specificity to prevent downcoding or claim denials.
Billing & Coding Tips
- Verify current payer fee schedules, NCCI edits, and Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs).
- Append correct modifiers (e.g., 25, 59, 26, TC) where distinct procedural services or components apply.
- Confirm pre-authorization rules with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial plans before submission.
Related Codes
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