2010 HCPCS Code G0248
Demonstration, prior to initiation of home inr monitoring, for patient with either mechanical heart valve(s), chronic atrial fibrillation, or venous thromboembolism who meets medicare coverage criteria, under the direction of a physician; includes: face-to-face demonstration of use and care of the inr monitor, obtaining at least one blood sample, provision of instructions for reporting home inr test results, and documentation of patient's ability to perform testing and report results
HCPCS G0248 was added on: Monday, July 01, 2002
Type of Service Classification:
- 5 = Diagnostic laboratory
Methodology for developing unique pricing amounts under Medicare Part B:
- 11 = Physician Fee Schedule And Non-Physician Practitioners Linked To The Physician Fee Schedule -> Price established using national rvu's
HCPCS Multiple Pricing Indicator Code: A = Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
HCPCS Coverage Issues Manual Reference Section:
