G8879Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Clinically node negative (t1n0m0 or t2n0m0) invasive breast cancer

Short description: Node neg inv brst cncr

Effective date
January 1, 2018
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G8879?

G8879 is a HCPCS Level II code for Clinically node negative (t1n0m0 or t2n0m0) invasive breast cancer.

What category is HCPCS code G8879 in?

G8879 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G8879 become effective?

G8879 has been effective since January 1, 2018, 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.