G8916Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Patient with preoperative order for iv antibiotic surgical site infection (ssi)

Short description: Pt w iv ab given on time

Effective date
April 1, 2012
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G8916?

G8916 is a HCPCS Level II code for Patient with preoperative order for iv antibiotic surgical site infection (ssi).

What category is HCPCS code G8916 in?

G8916 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G8916 become effective?

G8916 has been effective since April 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.