G8909 – Patient documented not to have received a burn prior to discharge
HCPCS Level II code · G codes: Procedures / Professional Services (Temporary)
HCPCS codeG8909
- Long description
- Patient documented not to have received a burn prior to discharge
- Short description
- Pt doc no burn prior to d/c
- Pricing indicator
00Not separately priced by Part B (bundled, not covered or Part A only)- Medicare coverage
CCarrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor- BETOS category
M5BSpecialist - psychiatry- Added
- April 1, 2012
- Last change
- April 1, 2012 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code G8909?
G8909 is a HCPCS Level II code for patient documented not to have received a burn prior to discharge.
Does Medicare cover G8909?
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.