HCPCS Code G0404: Electrocardiogram, routine ecg with 12 leads; tracing only, without
G0404 is a HCPCS code used to identify a healthcare procedure, service, or supply related to Electrocardiogram, routine ecg with 12 leads; tracing only, without. You may see this code on claims, billing records, explanations of benefits, preauthorization paperwork, or procedure documentation. HCPCS codes are used to standardize how healthcare services, supplies, equipment, transportation, and certain procedures are documented and billed. Coverage indicator: C.
What is this code?
HCPCS codes are used to standardize how healthcare services, supplies, equipment, transportation, and certain procedures are documented and billed. Coverage indicator: C.
When is it used?
- Used in procedure coding, claims, and care documentation.
- Coverage code: C
- Pricing indicator: 11
- Processing note: PURSUANT TO SECTION 101 (B) OF THE MEDICARE IMPROVEMENT FOR PATIENTS * AND PROVIDERS ACT OF 2008 (MIPPA) EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2009, WE EXPANDED COVERAGE FOR THE WELCOME TO MEDICARE BENEFIT; IT IS SUBJECT TO CERTAIN ELIGIBILITY AND OTHER LIMITATIONS THAT ALLOW PAYMENT FOR AN INITIAL PREVENTIVE PHYSICAL EXAMINATION (IPPE), NOT LATER THAN 12 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE THE INDIVIDUAL'S FIRST COVERAGE PERIOD BEGINS UNDER MEDICARE PART B.
What it does not mean
- The presence of a procedure code does not by itself explain why a service was needed or whether it was appropriate in a specific case.
Where you may see this code
You may see this code on claims, billing records, explanations of benefits, preauthorization paperwork, or procedure documentation.
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