HCPCS C-code changes effective April 1, 2016

HCPCS C Codes HCPCS Code Long Description Effective Date Special Notes (Any reference or xref code) C1820 Generator, neurostimulator (implantable), with rechargeable battery and charging system 1/1/2006 This code should be used to report neurostimulator generators that are not high frequency. For additional information about this code, refer to the April 2016 OPPS Update CR. C1822 Generator, neurostimulator (implantable), high frequency, with rechargeable battery and charging system 1/1/2016 This code was effective Jan 1, 2016. There is no change to the descriptors, however, refer to the April 2016 OPPS Update CR for more information about this code and C1820...

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Article Overview

This article covers HCPCS C-code updates effective in early 2016, with emphasis on new OPPS pass-through drug codes and related notes for a pair of neurostimulator generator codes. It is useful for hospital outpatient coders, billing staff, compliance teams, and anyone tracking HCPCS C-code maintenance and OPPS updates. The article provides a concise code-focused reference to help readers understand which C-codes were newly effective and which existing codes were referenced for additional guidance.

Why This Topic Matters

Changes to HCPCS C-codes affect outpatient hospital billing, charge capture, and code maintenance workflows. Keeping track of effective dates and newly released codes helps coding and billing teams stay aligned with OPPS updates.

What You Will Learn

  • Which HCPCS C-codes were updated or added effective April 1, 2016
  • How the article frames new outpatient pass-through drug codes
  • What general maintenance notes are provided for referenced neurostimulator generator codes
  • How effective dates are presented in a code update reference

Who Should Read This

  • Hospital outpatient coders
  • Billing specialists
  • Revenue cycle staff
  • Compliance teams
  • Coding educators

Codes Discussed


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