HCPCS Code Q9969

Tc-99m from non-highly enriched uranium source, full cost recovery add-on, per study dose
Code effective Jan 01, 2026

HCPCS Section
Miscellaneous Services (Temporary Codes)

Q9969 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Tc-99m from non-highly enriched uranium source, full cost recovery add-on, per study dose or (Non-heu tc-99m add-on/dose) for short. HCPCS Q9969 has been effective since 01/01/2026 and applies to Other medical items or services.

HCPCS Code Details - Q9969

HCPCS Level II Code
Section Q - Miscellaneous Services (Temporary Codes)
HCPCS Code Q9969
Description

Long description:
Tc-99m from non-highly enriched uranium source, full cost recovery add-on, per study dose

Short description:
Non-heu tc-99m add-on/dose

HCPCS Pricing indicator 53 - Statute
Multiple pricing indicator A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Coverage code D - Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS2 code Y1 - Other - Medicare fee schedule
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service 9 - Other medical items or services
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 2026
Date added Added Jan 01, 2013
Termination date Dec 31, 2025

See also

  • HCPCS Q9968 · Injection, non-radioactive, non-contrast, visualization adjunct (e.g., methylene blue, isosulfan blue), 1 mg

  • HCPCS Q9970 · Injection, ferric carboxymaltose, 1mg

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

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