G8817Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Statin therapy not prescribed at discharge, reason not given

Short description: Doc reas no statin med disch

Effective date
January 1, 2013
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G8817?

G8817 is a HCPCS Level II code for Statin therapy not prescribed at discharge, reason not given.

What category is HCPCS code G8817 in?

G8817 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G8817 become effective?

G8817 has been effective since January 1, 2013, per CMS's quarterly HCPCS update.

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