HCPCS Code G6023

Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with transendoscopic stent placement (includes predilation)
Code effective Jan 01, 2016

HCPCS Section
Procedures/Professional Services (Temporary Codes)

G6023 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with transendoscopic stent placement (includes predilation) or (Sigmoidoscopy w/stent) for short. HCPCS G6023 has been effective since 01/01/2016 and applies to Surgery.

HCPCS Code Details - G6023

HCPCS Level II Code
Section G - Procedures/Professional Services (Temporary Codes)
HCPCS Code G6023
Description

Long description:
Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with transendoscopic stent placement (includes predilation)

Short description:
Sigmoidoscopy w/stent

HCPCS Pricing indicator 13 - Clinical Lab Fee Schedule - Price established by carriers (e.g., not otherwise classified, individual determination, carrier discretion)
Multiple pricing indicator A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Coverage code C - Carrier judgment
BETOS2 code P8C - Endoscopy - sigmoidoscopy
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service 2 - Surgery
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 2016
Date added Added Jan 01, 2015
Termination date Dec 31, 2015

See also

  • HCPCS G6022 · Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesions(s) not amenable to removal by hot biopsy forceps, bipolar cautery or snare technique

  • HCPCS G6024 · Colonoscopy, flexible; proximal to splenic flexure; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) not amenable to removal by hot biopsy forceps, bipolar cautery or snare technique

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

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