G8702Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Documentation that prophylactic antibiotics were given within 4 hours prior to

Short description: Antiobiotics 4 hr prior surg

Effective date
January 1, 2015
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G8702?

G8702 is a HCPCS Level II code for Documentation that prophylactic antibiotics were given within 4 hours prior to.

What category is HCPCS code G8702 in?

G8702 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G8702 become effective?

G8702 has been effective since January 1, 2015, per CMS's quarterly HCPCS update.

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