HCPCS Code C9742

Laryngoscopy, flexible fiberoptic, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic, including diagnostic laryngoscopy, if performed
Code effective Jan 01, 2017

HCPCS Section
Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System

C9742 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Laryngoscopy, flexible fiberoptic, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic, including diagnostic laryngoscopy, if performed or (Laryngoscopy with injection) for short. HCPCS C9742 has been effective since 01/01/2017 and applies to Surgery.

HCPCS Code Details - C9742

HCPCS Level II Code
Section C - Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System
HCPCS Code C9742
Description

Long description:
Laryngoscopy, flexible fiberoptic, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic, including diagnostic laryngoscopy, if performed

Short description:
Laryngoscopy with injection

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
BETOS2 code P8H - Endoscopy - laryngoscopy
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service 2 - Surgery
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 2017
Date added Added Jan 01, 2015
Termination date Dec 31, 2016

See also

  • HCPCS C9741 · Right heart catheterization with implantation of wireless pressure sensor in the pulmonary artery, including any type of measurement, angiography, imaging supervision, interpretation, and report

  • HCPCS C9743 · Injection/implantation of bulking or spacer material (any type) with or without image guidance (not to be used if a more specific code applies)

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

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