1. What is CPT Global Period?

The CPT global period refers to the number of days after a surgical procedure during which all related care is included in the procedure's payment. It helps determine when separate billing for related services is appropriate.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• \( Surgery Date \) — The date when the procedure was performed
• \( CPT Days \) — The global period days specified by the CPT code

Explanation: The calculator adds the specified number of global days to the surgery date to determine when the global period ends.

3. Importance of Global Period Calculation

Details: Accurate calculation of the global period is essential for proper billing and compliance with Medicare and insurance regulations. It determines when postoperative care can be billed separately.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the surgery date in YYYY-MM-DD format and the CPT global days (typically 0, 10, or 90 days). The calculator will determine the end date of the global period.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are common CPT global periods?
A: Common global periods are 0 days (minor procedures), 10 days (many minor surgeries), and 90 days (major surgeries).

Q2: Does the global period include the day of surgery?
A: Yes, the day of surgery is day 0, and the global period begins the day after surgery.

Q3: What services are included in the global period?
A: Typically includes all related postoperative care, follow-up visits, and management of complications.

Q4: Can services be billed separately during global period?
A: Only unrelated services or treatment of complications may be billed separately with proper documentation.

Q5: Where can I find the global days for a specific CPT code?
A: The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule or CPT code books list the global days for each procedure code.