G0479Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Drug test(s), presumptive, any number of drug classes; any number of devices or

Short description: Drug test presump not opt

Effective date
January 1, 2017
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G0479?

G0479 is a HCPCS Level II code for Drug test(s), presumptive, any number of drug classes; any number of devices or.

What category is HCPCS code G0479 in?

G0479 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G0479 become effective?

G0479 has been effective since January 1, 2017, per CMS's quarterly HCPCS update.

HCPCS Level II data from CMS (public domain). HCPCS Level I (CPT) codes are not included — CPT is copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.