G8950 - Documentation that elevated or high blood pressure was found and follow-up care was planned
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 your healthcare provider documented that you had elevated blood pressure (pre-hypertension) or high blood pressure (hypertension) during your visit, and they also documented what follow-up care or monitoring is needed. This is a tracking code used to show that your blood pressure reading was noted and that appropriate next steps were planned for your care.
Additional Information
This is a documentation and quality reporting code rather than a billable service code. It tracks that proper clinical documentation occurred for blood pressure management.
Category
Quality Reporting/Documentation
Medical Specialty
Primary Care/Cardiology
Expected Costs
Your actual cost will depend on your insurance coverage, provider location, and specific circumstances.
What's Required Before This
- Blood pressure measurement showing elevated or high readings
What to Expect After
- Follow-up appointment scheduling
- Blood pressure monitoring plan
- Lifestyle counseling documentation
- Medication management if indicated
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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