HCPCS Code C2638

Brachytherapy source, stranded, iodine-125, per source
Code effective Jul 01, 2007

HCPCS Section
Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System

C2638 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Brachytherapy source, stranded, iodine-125, per source or (Brachytx, stranded, i-125) for short. HCPCS C2638 has been effective since 07/01/2007 and applies to Therapeutic radiology.

HCPCS Code Details - C2638

HCPCS Level II Code
Section C - Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System
HCPCS Code C2638
Description

Long description:
Brachytherapy source, stranded, iodine-125, per source

Short description:
Brachytx, stranded, i-125

HCPCS Pricing indicator 53 - Statute
Multiple pricing indicator A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Statute number 1833(t)(2)
Coverage code D - Special coverage instructions apply
ASC payment group code Effective Jan 01, 2008 - This procedure is approved to be performed in an ambulatory surgical center.
BETOS2 code I4B - Imaging/procedure - other
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service 6 - Therapeutic radiology
Effective date Effective Jul 01, 2007
Date added Added Jul 01, 2007

See also

  • HCPCS C2637 · Brachytherapy source, non-stranded, ytterbium-169, per source

  • HCPCS C2640 · Brachytherapy source, stranded, palladium-103, per source

  • HCPCS C2642 · Brachytherapy source, stranded, cesium-131, per source

  • HCPCS C2698 · Brachytherapy source, stranded, not otherwise specified, per source

  • HCPCS C2639 · Brachytherapy source, non-stranded, iodine-125, per source

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