G9712Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Documentation of medical reason(s) for prescribing or dispensing antibiotic

Short description: Doc med rsn presc anbx

Effective date
January 1, 2017
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G9712?

G9712 is a HCPCS Level II code for Documentation of medical reason(s) for prescribing or dispensing antibiotic.

What category is HCPCS code G9712 in?

G9712 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G9712 become effective?

G9712 has been effective since January 1, 2017, 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.