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HCPCS codes / G / G8629

G8629

Documentation of order for prophylactic parenteral antibiotic to be given within one hour (if fluoroquinolone or vancomycin, two hours) prior to surgical incision (or start of procedure when no incision is required)

Code type
HCPCS Level II
Coverage
Carrier judgment
BETOS category
M5B
Pricing indicator
00
Effective date
20150101
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