G8632 – Prophylactic parenteral antibiotics were not ordered to be given or given within one hour (if fluoroquinolone or vancomycin, two hours) prior to the surgical incision (or start of procedure when no incision is required), reason not given

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

Discontinued December 31, 2014 Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeG8632
Long description
Prophylactic parenteral antibiotics were not ordered to be given or given within one hour (if fluoroquinolone or vancomycin, two hours) prior to the surgical incision (or start of procedure when no incision is required), reason not given
Short description
Doc no antibi order b/4 surg
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
M5B Specialist - psychiatry
Added
January 1, 2011
Last change
January 1, 2015 – No change
Termination date
December 31, 2014

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G8632?

G8632 is a HCPCS Level II code for prophylactic parenteral antibiotics were not ordered to be given or given within one hour (if fluoroquinolone or vancomycin, two hours) prior to the surgical incision (or start of procedure when no incision is required), reason not given. It was discontinued on December 31, 2014.

Does Medicare cover G8632?

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.