G8418 - Documentation that BMI is below normal range with follow-up plan recorded
Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
What is a HCPCS Code?
HCPCS (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System) codes are used to identify medical procedures, supplies, and services for billing purposes. These codes help standardize how healthcare services are reported and billed across different providers and insurance companies.
Detailed Description
This code indicates that a healthcare provider has calculated and documented that a patient's Body Mass Index (BMI) is below the normal healthy range (typically under 18.5), and has also documented a specific follow-up plan to address this low BMI. BMI is a measurement that uses height and weight to assess if someone is underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese.
Additional Information
This is a reporting code used to track quality of care documentation rather than a billable service code. It demonstrates that proper clinical protocols were followed when a low BMI was identified.
Category
Quality Reporting/Documentation
Medical Specialty
Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine
Expected Costs
Your actual cost will depend on your insurance coverage, provider location, and specific circumstances.
What's Required Before This
- BMI calculation
- Clinical assessment
- Documentation of follow-up plan
What to Expect After
- Implementation of documented follow-up plan
- Monitoring of weight status
- Potential nutritional counseling or medical evaluation
Why Understanding This Code Matters
On Your Medical Bill
This code appears on your medical bills to identify the specific service, procedure, drug, or medical diagnosis you received. Understanding what it means helps you verify you're being charged correctly and know what to expect.
For Your Health
Knowing what this code represents helps you understand your treatment plan, ask better questions during appointments, and track your healthcare journey more effectively.
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