Wiki G0442 ???

[Rebecca Pate]

Can G0442 be billed for patient who does not drink alcohol? I have several providers who want to bill this even though the patient does not drink at all. I have seen conflicting info, and just wonder what everyone is doing with this code.

Thanks!

 

[kroemer4]

Alcohol Screening

"All Medicare beneficiaries are eligible for alcohol screening" at least annually. Source: this great interactive tool from CMS.