Non-active code 2008 HCPCS G8197
Patient documented to have order for prophylactic antibiotic to be given within one hour (if vancomycin, two hours) prior to surgical incision (or start of procedure when no incision is required)

  • Added on Monday, January 01, 2007
  • Terminated on Saturday, June 30, 2007: do not use.
  • Status changed on Sunday, July 01, 2007 to: Discontinue procedure or modifier code
  • BETOS Classification: Specialist > Other
  • Medicare coverage status: Carrier judgment

  G8196    G8198