G8721Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Pt category (primary tumor), pn category (regional lymph nodes), and histologic

Short description: Pt, pn, hist grade doc

Effective date
January 1, 2012
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G8721?

G8721 is a HCPCS Level II code for Pt category (primary tumor), pn category (regional lymph nodes), and histologic.

What category is HCPCS code G8721 in?

G8721 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G8721 become effective?

G8721 has been effective since January 1, 2012, 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.