G9456Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Documentation of medical or patient reason(s) for not ordering or performing

Short description: Doc med pt reas no hcc scrn

Effective date
January 1, 2015
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G9456?

G9456 is a HCPCS Level II code for Documentation of medical or patient reason(s) for not ordering or performing.

What category is HCPCS code G9456 in?

G9456 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G9456 become effective?

G9456 has been effective since January 1, 2015, 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.