G2079Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Take-home supply of buprenorphine (oral); up to 7 additional day supply

Short description: Take-hom buprenorphine

Effective date
January 1, 2020
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G2079?

G2079 is a HCPCS Level II code for Take-home supply of buprenorphine (oral); up to 7 additional day supply.

What category is HCPCS code G2079 in?

G2079 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G2079 become effective?

G2079 has been effective since January 1, 2020, 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.