G0436 – Smoking and tobacco cessation counseling visit for the asymptomatic patient; intermediate, greater than 3 minutes, up to 10 minutes
HCPCS Level II code · G codes: Procedures / Professional Services (Temporary)
HCPCS codeG0436
- Long description
- Smoking and tobacco cessation counseling visit for the asymptomatic patient; intermediate, greater than 3 minutes, up to 10 minutes
- Short description
- Tobacco-use counsel 3-10 min
- Pricing indicator
13Priced by the Medicare contractor (carrier)- Medicare coverage
CCarrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor- BETOS category
P5EAmbulatory procedures - other- Cross reference
- 99406
- Added
- January 1, 2011
- Last change
- October 1, 2016 – No change
- Termination date
- September 30, 2016
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code G0436?
G0436 is a HCPCS Level II code for smoking and tobacco cessation counseling visit for the asymptomatic patient; intermediate, greater than 3 minutes, up to 10 minutes. It was discontinued on September 30, 2016.
Does Medicare cover G0436?
The HCPCS file lists coverage code C: Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.
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Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.