HCPCS Code Q9973

Injection, epoetin beta, 1 microgram, (non-esrd use)
Code effective Jan 01, 2015

HCPCS Section
Miscellaneous Services (Temporary Codes)

Q9973 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Injection, epoetin beta, 1 microgram, (non-esrd use) or (Epoetin beta non esrd) for short. HCPCS Q9973 has been effective since 01/01/2015 and applies to Other medical items or services.


HCPCS Code Details - Q9973

HCPCS Level II Code
Section Q - Miscellaneous Services (Temporary Codes)
HCPCS Code Q9973
Description

Long description:
Injection, epoetin beta, 1 microgram, (non-esrd use)

Short description:
Epoetin beta non esrd

HCPCS Pricing indicator 57 - Other carrier priced
Multiple pricing indicator A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Coverage code D - Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS2 code O1E - Other drugs
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service 9 - Other medical items or services
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 2015
Date added Added Jul 01, 2014
Termination date Dec 31, 2014

See also

  • HCPCS J0887 · Injection, epoetin beta, 1 microgram, (for esrd on dialysis)

  • HCPCS J0888 · Injection, epoetin beta, 1 microgram, (for non esrd use)

  • HCPCS Q9972 · Injection, epoetin beta, 1 microgram, (for esrd on dialysis)

  • HCPCS Q9974 · Injection, morphine sulfate, preservative-free for epidural or intrathecal use, 10 mg

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


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