HCPCS Code C1609

Vertebral device, motion-preserving, with screw fixation
Code effective Jul 01, 2026

HCPCS Section
Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System

C1609 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Vertebral device, motion-preserving, with screw fixation or (Vert dev motion-preserv) for short. HCPCS C1609 has been effective since 07/01/2026 and applies to Surgery.

HCPCS Code Details - C1609

HCPCS Level II Code
Section C - Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System
HCPCS Code C1609
Description

Long description:
Vertebral device, motion-preserving, with screw fixation

Short description:
Vert dev motion-preserv

HCPCS Pricing indicator 53 - Statute
Multiple pricing indicator A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Statute number 1833(t)
Coverage code D - Special coverage instructions apply
ASC payment group code Effective Jul 01, 2026 - This procedure is approved to be performed in an ambulatory surgical center.
BETOS2 code P1G - Major procedure - Other
HCPCS Action code A - Add procedure or modifier code
Type of service 2 - Surgery
Effective date Effective Jul 01, 2026
Date added Added Jul 01, 2026

See also

  • HCPCS C1608 · Prosthesis, total, dual mobility, first carpometacarpal joint (implantable)

  • HCPCS C1713 · Anchor/screw for opposing bone-to-bone or soft tissue-to-bone (implantable)

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2 BETOS stands for “Berenson-Eggers Type Of Service”

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