G8996 Swallowing functional limitation, current status at therapy episode outset and at reporting intervals

Short descriptor: Swallow current status

⚠ Terminated HCPCS Level II 2026
Terminated Code
G8996 was terminated as of 2019-12-31 and should not be reported for dates of service after that date. This page is retained for historical reference.
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G8996 is the HCPCS Level II code for Swallowing functional limitation, current status at therapy episode outset and at reporting intervals (2026). It belongs to Section G — Procedures / Professional Services (Temporary). Under Medicare, its coverage status is: Carrier judgment. Part B pricing methodology: Not separately priced by Part B.

Classification & CMS Attributes

Medicare Coverage
Carrier judgment (code C)
Part B Pricing
Not separately priced by Part B (indicator 00)
Type of Service
Medical care
Effective Date
2020-01-01
Termination Date
2019-12-31
2026 Maintenance
No change this year

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Reviewed by Prajwal Shrestha, CPC, CRC
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) · AAPC Member ID 01997614 · About · Editorial policy · Content last reviewed: 2026-01-01

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