HCPCS Code C9768

Endoscopic ultrasound-guided direct measurement of hepatic portosystemic pressure gradient by any method (list separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Code effective Oct 01, 2020

HCPCS Section
Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System

C9768 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Endoscopic ultrasound-guided direct measurement of hepatic portosystemic pressure gradient by any method (list separately in addition to code for primary procedure) or (Endo us-guide hep porto grad) for short. HCPCS C9768 has been effective since 10/01/2020 and applies to Surgery.

HCPCS Code Details - C9768

HCPCS Level II Code
Section C - Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System
HCPCS Code C9768
Description

Long description:
Endoscopic ultrasound-guided direct measurement of hepatic portosystemic pressure gradient by any method (list separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Short description:
Endo us-guide hep porto grad

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 P8B - Endoscopy - upper gastrointestinal
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service 2 - Surgery
Effective date Effective Oct 01, 2020
Date added Added Oct 01, 2020

See also

  • HCPCS C9767 · Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, lower extremity artery(ies), except tibial/peroneal; with intravascular lithotripsy and transluminal stent placement(s), and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel(s), when performed

  • HCPCS C9769 · Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of temporary prostatic implant/stent with fixation/anchor and incisional struts

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