AHA Coding Clinic® for HCPCS - 2018 Quarter 2; For Your Information
Revised short and long descriptor for HCPCS Code Q5101
The short and long descriptor for HCPCS code Q5101 was recently revised by CMS. The change has been effective since April 1, 2018. For description of the changes, see table below. HCPCS Code Long Descriptor Revised Short Descriptor Revised Long Descriptor Q5101 Injection, filgrastim (G-CSF), biosimilar, 1 microgram Injection, zarxio Injection, filgrastim-sndz, biosimilar, (zarxio), 1 microgram ...
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Article Overview
This brief Find-A-Code article covers a CMS update to HCPCS descriptor language for a single code and identifies when the revision took effect. It is relevant to coders, billers, compliance staff, and other healthcare professionals who track HCPCS maintenance changes and want to stay current with official code descriptor updates.
Why This Topic Matters
Descriptor revisions can affect how billing systems, reference materials, and coding resources display HCPCS information. Keeping current with CMS updates helps support accurate data maintenance and reduces the risk of using outdated terminology.
What You Will Learn
- What CMS changed in the HCPCS descriptor information
- When the revision became effective
- Which HCPCS code is affected by the update
- How the article presents the descriptor change in tabular form
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Medical billers
- Compliance staff
- Revenue cycle professionals
- Healthcare documentation teams
Codes Discussed
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