G8778Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Documentation of medical reason(s) for not performing diabetes screening test

Short description: Doc med reas no diabete scrn

Effective date
January 1, 2015
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G8778?

G8778 is a HCPCS Level II code for Documentation of medical reason(s) for not performing diabetes screening test.

What category is HCPCS code G8778 in?

G8778 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G8778 become effective?

G8778 has been effective since January 1, 2015, per CMS's quarterly HCPCS update.

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