G9681 – This code is for onsite acute care treatment of a resident with copd or asthma; may only be billed once per day per beneficiary

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

Active code Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeG9681
Long description
This code is for onsite acute care treatment of a resident with copd or asthma; may only be billed once per day per beneficiary
Short description
Acute care chronic obstruct
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
October 1, 2016
Last change
October 1, 2016 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G9681?

G9681 is a HCPCS Level II code for this code is for onsite acute care treatment of a resident with copd or asthma; may only be billed once per day per beneficiary.

Does Medicare cover G9681?

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.