G9697 – Documentation of patient reason(s) for not prescribing a long-acting inhaled bronchodilator

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

Discontinued December 31, 2023 Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeG9697
Long description
Documentation of patient reason(s) for not prescribing a long-acting inhaled bronchodilator
Short description
Pt rsn no presc bronchdil
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, 2017
Last change
January 1, 2024 – No change
Termination date
December 31, 2023

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G9697?

G9697 is a HCPCS Level II code for documentation of patient reason(s) for not prescribing a long-acting inhaled bronchodilator. It was discontinued on December 31, 2023.

Does Medicare cover G9697?

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.