G9406 – Clinician documented reason patient was not able to complete 7 day follow-up from acute inpatient setting discharge (i.e patient death prior to follow-up visit, patient non-compliance for visit follow-up)

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

Discontinued December 31, 2024 Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeG9406
Long description
Clinician documented reason patient was not able to complete 7 day follow-up from acute inpatient setting discharge (i.e patient death prior to follow-up visit, patient non-compliance for visit follow-up)
Short description
Doc reas no 7d f/u
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
Z2 Undefined codes
Added
January 1, 2015
Last change
January 1, 2025 – No change
Termination date
December 31, 2024

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G9406?

G9406 is a HCPCS Level II code for clinician documented reason patient was not able to complete 7 day follow-up from acute inpatient setting discharge (i.e patient death prior to follow-up visit, patient non-compliance for visit follow-up). It was discontinued on December 31, 2024.

Does Medicare cover G9406?

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.