G8754 HCPCS code: Most recent diastolic blood pressure < 90 mmhg
G8754 is the HCPCS Level II code for most recent diastolic blood pressure < 90 mmhg. Its Medicare coverage code is C (Carrier judgment): Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | G codes — Procedures and professional services (temporary) |
| Coverage code | C — Carrier judgment |
| Pricing indicator | 00 — Not separately priced by Medicare |
| BETOS category | M5B |
| Added | 2012-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2012-01-01 |
What changed for G8754
- 2012-01-01: G8754 added to HCPCS Level II
- Next scheduled CMS quarterly update (HCPCS and DMEPOS fee schedule): 2027-01-01
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code G8754?
G8754 is the HCPCS Level II code for most recent diastolic blood pressure < 90 mmhg. Short descriptor: "Dias bp less 90".
Does Medicare cover G8754?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
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- G8710 — Patient prescribed antibiotic
- G8711 — Prescribed antibiotic on or within 3 days after the episode date
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2025; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule; CMS NCCI MUE tables; CMS Medicare utilization (physician and DME supplier files); CMS Medicare Coverage Database articles. Fees are Medicare allowables, not commercial rates. Not billing or legal advice.