Two New G codes for Annual Alcohol Screening and Counseling

CMS has created two new HCPCS G codes for alcohol screening and counseling. Effective for dates of service on or after October 14, 2011, the following codes were created for screening and behavioral counseling: HCPCS Code Code Descriptor G0442 Annual alcohol misuse screening, 15 minutes G0443 Brief face-to-face behavioral counseling for alcohol misuse, 15 minutes Please note that to report this service, the services described above must be provided by a primary care provider. For additional information regarding coverage requirements go to www.cms.gov, Transmittal 2296, Change Request 7545. ...

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Article Overview

This short CMS-focused article covers the introduction of new HCPCS G codes for alcohol screening and behavioral counseling, the effective date for reporting, and where to find related coverage guidance. It is aimed at coding professionals, billing staff, and clinicians who need to track Medicare coding updates and understand which general service categories are affected.

Why This Topic Matters

Keeping up with new HCPCS additions helps practices and billing teams recognize when CMS has created new reportable services and where official follow-up guidance may be found. The article is relevant for those monitoring preventive and behavioral health coding updates.

What You Will Learn

  • What CMS announced regarding new HCPCS G codes
  • The effective date associated with the update
  • Where the article directs readers for additional coverage information
  • The general service categories involved in the change

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Billing staff
  • Revenue cycle professionals
  • Primary care practices
  • Clinicians
  • Compliance teams

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