HCPCS Code C9789

Instillation of anti-neoplastic pharmacologic/biologic agent into renal pelvis, any method, including all imaging guidance, including volumetric measurement if performed
Code effective Oct 01, 2023

HCPCS Section
Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System

C9789 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Instillation of anti-neoplastic pharmacologic/biologic agent into renal pelvis, any method, including all imaging guidance, including volumetric measurement if performed or (Instill pharm renal pelvis) for short. HCPCS C9789 has been effective since 10/01/2023 and applies to Surgery.

HCPCS Code Details - C9789

HCPCS Level II Code
Section C - Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System
HCPCS Code C9789
Description

Long description:
Instillation of anti-neoplastic pharmacologic/biologic agent into renal pelvis, any method, including all imaging guidance, including volumetric measurement if performed

Short description:
Instill pharm renal pelvis

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 Oct 01, 2023 - This procedure is approved to be performed in an ambulatory surgical center.
BETOS2 code P5E - Ambulatory procedures - other
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service 2 - Surgery
Effective date Effective Oct 01, 2023
Date added Added Oct 01, 2023

See also

  • HCPCS C9788 · Opto-acoustic imaging, breast (including axilla when performed), unilateral, with image documentation, analysis and report, obtained with ultrasound examination

  • HCPCS C9790 · Histotripsy (i.e., non-thermal ablation via acoustic energy delivery) of malignant renal tissue, including image guidance

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