G9686 – Onsite nursing facility conference, that is separate and distinct from an evaluation and management visit, including qualified practitioner and at least one member of the nursing facility interdisciplinary care team

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

Discontinued December 31, 2018 Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeG9686
Long description
Onsite nursing facility conference, that is separate and distinct from an evaluation and management visit, including qualified practitioner and at least one member of the nursing facility interdisciplinary care team
Short description
Nursing facility conference
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
January 1, 2019 – No change
Termination date
December 31, 2018

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G9686?

G9686 is a HCPCS Level II code for onsite nursing facility conference, that is separate and distinct from an evaluation and management visit, including qualified practitioner and at least one member of the nursing facility interdisciplinary care team. It was discontinued on December 31, 2018.

Does Medicare cover G9686?

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.