G9585 – Patient not evaluated for risk of misuse of opiates by using a brief validated instrument (e.g., opioid risk tool, soapp-r) or patient not interviewed at least once during opioid therapy

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

Discontinued December 31, 2021 Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeG9585
Long description
Patient not evaluated for risk of misuse of opiates by using a brief validated instrument (e.g., opioid risk tool, soapp-r) or patient not interviewed at least once during opioid therapy
Short description
No eval opi use instr/intv
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, 2016
Last change
January 1, 2022 – No change
Termination date
December 31, 2021

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G9585?

G9585 is a HCPCS Level II code for patient not evaluated for risk of misuse of opiates by using a brief validated instrument (e.g., opioid risk tool, soapp-r) or patient not interviewed at least once during opioid therapy. It was discontinued on December 31, 2021.

Does Medicare cover G9585?

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.