HCPCS G9299
Patients who are not evaluated for venous thromboembolic and cardiovascular risk factors within 30 days prior to the procedure (e.g., history of dvt, pe, mi, arrhythmia and stroke, reason not given)
HCPCS
G9299
CMS Temporary Procedures & Professional Services
Description
Patients who are not evaluated for venous thromboembolic and cardiovascular risk factors within 30 days prior to the procedure (e.g., history of dvt, pe, mi, arrhythmia and stroke, reason not given)
Common Specialties
Cardiology, Emergency Medicine, Neurology
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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