G9988Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary)

Palliative care services provided to patient any time during the measurement

Short description: Pall serv during meas

Effective date
January 1, 2022
Termination date

Related codes (G-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G9988?

G9988 is a HCPCS Level II code for Palliative care services provided to patient any time during the measurement.

What category is HCPCS code G9988 in?

G9988 falls under the Procedures and Professional Services (Temporary) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code G9988 become effective?

G9988 has been effective since January 1, 2022, 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.