G9861Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Patient spent greater than or equal to three days in hospice care

Short description: Pt more than 3d hospice

Effective date
January 1, 2017
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G9861?

G9861 is a HCPCS Level II code for Patient spent greater than or equal to three days in hospice care.

What category is HCPCS code G9861 in?

G9861 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G9861 become effective?

G9861 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.