G9880 HCPCS code: The mdpp beneficiary achieved at least 5% weight loss (wl) from his/her baseline weight in months 1-12 of the mdpp services period under the mdpp expanded model (em). this is a one-time payment available when a beneficiary first achieves at least 5% weight loss from baseline as measured by an in-person weight measurement at a core session or core maintenance session
G9880 is the HCPCS Level II code for the mdpp beneficiary achieved at least 5% weight loss (wl) from his/her baseline weight in months 1-12 of the mdpp services period under the mdpp expanded model (em). this is a one-time payment available when a beneficiary first achieves at least 5% weight loss from baseline as measured by an in-person weight measurement at a core session or core maintenance session. In 2024 Medicare paid an average of $141.58 per service for G9880 across 342 services. Its Medicare coverage code is C (Carrier judgment): Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case. Medicare volume rose 20% from 2022 to 2024 (285 to 342 services). In 2024, about 64 clinicians billed Medicare for G9880 for 342 beneficiaries; Maryland, Washington, Illinois accounted for 44% of services.
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 | Y1 |
| Added | 2018-04-01 |
| Last action effective | 2018-04-01 |
Who bills G9880 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Clinicians billing (by place of service) | 64 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 342 |
| States with claims | 12 |
| Share of services in top 3 states (Maryland, Washington, Illinois) | 44% |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for G9880, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 285 | 285 | $165.63 | $165.63 |
| 2023 | 361 | 361 | $179.42 | $179.42 |
| 2024 | 342 | 342 | $141.58 | $141.58 |
States with the most G9880 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 38 | $142.10 |
| Washington | 35 | $142.10 |
| Illinois | 33 | $142.10 |
| South Carolina | 25 | $142.10 |
| Oregon | 24 | $142.10 |
What changed for G9880
- 2018-04-01: G9880 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 G9880?
G9880 is the HCPCS Level II code for the mdpp beneficiary achieved at least 5% weight loss (wl) from his/her baseline weight in months 1-12 of the mdpp services period under the mdpp expanded model (em). this is a one-time payment available when a beneficiary first achieves at least 5% weight loss from baseline as measured by an in-person weight measurement at a core session or core maintenance session. Short descriptor: "Em 5 percent wl".
How much does Medicare pay for G9880?
In 2024, the average Medicare payment was $141.58 per service (average allowed $141.58).
Does Medicare cover G9880?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Related G98 codes
- G9800 — Patients who are identified as having an intolerance or allergy to beta-blocker therapy
- G9801 — Hospitalizations in which the patient was transferred directly to a non-acute care facility for any diagnosis
- G9802 — Patients who use hospice services any time during the measurement period
- G9803 — Patient prescribed at least a 135 day treatment within the 180-day measurement interval with beta-blockers post-discharge for ami
- G9804 — Patient was not prescribed at least a 135 day treatment within the 180-day measurement interval with beta-blockers post-discharge for ami
- G9805 — Patients who use hospice services any time during the measurement period
- G9806 — Patients who received cervical cytology or an hpv test
- G9807 — Patients who did not receive cervical cytology or an hpv test
- G9808 — Any patients who had no asthma controller medications dispensed during the measurement year
- G9809 — Patients who use hospice services any time during the measurement period
- G9810 — Patient achieved a pdc of at least 75% for their asthma controller medication
- G9811 — Patient did not achieve a pdc of at least 75% for their asthma controller medication
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Next steps
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; 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.