Q9989 – Ustekinumab, for intravenous injection, 1 mg

HCPCS Level II code · Q codes: Temporary Codes

Discontinued December 31, 2017 Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeQ9989
Long description
Ustekinumab, for intravenous injection, 1 mg
Short description
Ustekinumab, iv inject,1 mg
Pricing indicator
51 Drugs
Medicare coverage
C Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor
BETOS category
O1E Other drugs
Cross reference
J3358
Added
July 1, 2017
Last change
January 1, 2018 – No change
Termination date
December 31, 2017

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code Q9989?

Q9989 is a HCPCS Level II code for ustekinumab, for intravenous injection, 1 mg. It was discontinued on December 31, 2017.

Does Medicare cover Q9989?

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 Q codes

Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.