2009 HCPCS G8440
Documentation of pain assessment (including location, intensity and description) prior to initiation of treatment or documentation of the absence of pain as a result of assessment through discussion with the patient including the use of a standardized tool and a follow-up plan is documented

  • This is the 2009 version of HCPCS G8440 - please refer to the 2016 HCPCS code set for the latest version.
  • Added on Tuesday, January 01, 2008
  • Status changed on Thursday, January 01, 2009 to: Change in long description of procedure or modifier code
  • BETOS Classification: Specialist > Other
  • Medicare coverage status: Carrier judgment

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