HCPCS G codes for stereotactic radiosurgery

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has created new HCPCS G codes to more accurately capture the reporting of stereotactic radiosurgery. Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a noninvasive, very precise delivery of radiation to a brain tumor, sparing the surrounding normal tissue. SRS is also utilized for treatment of tumors of the neck and most recently has expanded to treating tumors of the spine, lung, pancreas, prostate, bone and liver. The desired effect of SRS is to control tumor growth or obliterate a lesion. Tools for the precise localization include the stereotactic head frame, CT or MRI scanner...

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Article Overview

This article reviews CMS guidance on HCPCS coding for stereotactic radiosurgery in the hospital outpatient setting. It covers the purpose of the new and revised G codes, the broad treatment categories they were created to distinguish, the APC assignments mentioned, and the related CPT device codes discussed in the context of SRS planning. It is useful for facility coders, billers, and reimbursement staff working with radiation oncology and outpatient payment rules.

Why This Topic Matters

Stereotactic radiosurgery billing can vary by treatment approach, session structure, and payment classification. Understanding which HCPCS G codes and related CPT codes are referenced helps coding and revenue cycle teams interpret the article’s Medicare-focused guidance.

What You Will Learn

  • How CMS organized HCPCS G code reporting for stereotactic radiosurgery
  • What broad treatment and planning categories are addressed
  • Which payment classification references are mentioned
  • How the article frames related CPT device coding in the SRS planning context

Who Should Read This

  • Hospital outpatient coders
  • Radiation oncology billing staff
  • Revenue cycle professionals
  • Compliance teams
  • Medicare reimbursement specialists

Codes Discussed


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