G9851 – Patient had one or less emergency department visits in the last 30 days of life

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

Discontinued December 31, 2020 Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeG9851
Long description
Patient had one or less emergency department visits in the last 30 days of life
Short description
1/no ed visit last 30d life
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, 2021 – No change
Termination date
December 31, 2020

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code G9851?

G9851 is a HCPCS Level II code for patient had one or less emergency department visits in the last 30 days of life. It was discontinued on December 31, 2020.

Does Medicare cover G9851?

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.