G8865Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Documentation of medical reason(s) for not administering or previously

Short description: Doc med reas no pneumococcal

Effective date
January 1, 2012
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G8865?

G8865 is a HCPCS Level II code for Documentation of medical reason(s) for not administering or previously.

What category is HCPCS code G8865 in?

G8865 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G8865 become effective?

G8865 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.