G8873Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Patients with needle localization specimens which are not amenable to

Short description: Specimen not intraop image

Effective date
January 1, 2021
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G8873?

G8873 is a HCPCS Level II code for Patients with needle localization specimens which are not amenable to.

What category is HCPCS code G8873 in?

G8873 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G8873 become effective?

G8873 has been effective since January 1, 2021, 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.