G8988 – Self care functional limitation, projected goal status, at therapy episode outset, at reporting intervals, and at discharge or to end reporting

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

Discontinued December 31, 2019 Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeG8988
Long description
Self care functional limitation, projected goal status, at therapy episode outset, at reporting intervals, and at discharge or to end reporting
Short description
Self care goal status
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, 2013
Last change
January 1, 2020 – No change
Termination date
December 31, 2019

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G8988?

G8988 is a HCPCS Level II code for self care functional limitation, projected goal status, at therapy episode outset, at reporting intervals, and at discharge or to end reporting. It was discontinued on December 31, 2019.

Does Medicare cover G8988?

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.