G8458 – Clinician documented that patient is not an eligible candidate for genotype testing; patient not receiving antiviral treatment for hepatitis c during the measurement period (e.g. genotype test done prior to the reporting period, patient declines, patient not a candidate for antiviral treatment)

HCPCS Level II code · G codes: Procedures / Professional Services (Temporary)

Discontinued December 31, 2016 Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeG8458
Long description
Clinician documented that patient is not an eligible candidate for genotype testing; patient not receiving antiviral treatment for hepatitis c during the measurement period (e.g. genotype test done prior to the reporting period, patient declines, patient not a candidate for antiviral treatment)
Short description
Pt inelig geno no antvir tx
Pricing indicator
00 Not separately priced by Part B (bundled, not covered or Part A only)
Medicare coverage
C Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor
BETOS category
M5D Specialist - other
Added
January 1, 2008
Last change
January 1, 2017 – No change
Termination date
December 31, 2016

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G8458?

G8458 is a HCPCS Level II code for clinician documented that patient is not an eligible candidate for genotype testing; patient not receiving antiviral treatment for hepatitis c during the measurement period (e.g. genotype test done prior to the reporting period, patient declines, patient not a candidate for antiviral treatment). It was discontinued on December 31, 2016.

Does Medicare cover G8458?

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.

Nearby G codes

Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.