AHA Coding Clinic® for HCPCS - 2020 Quarter 4; For Your Information
New HCPCS Level II codes
Three new HCPCS Level II procedure codes became effective October 1, 2020. Code C9761 , describes the technology associated with vacuum aspiration of residual kidney stone debris after lithotripsy, code C9768 describes endoscopic ultrasound-guided direct measurement of hepatic portosystemic pressure gradient, and code C9769 was established to describe the technology associated with temporary prostatic implants with anchors and incisional struts. The codes with long descriptors are listed below: HCPCS Code Long Descriptor Effective Date C9761 Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy, with lithotripsy (ureteral catheterization is included) and vacuum aspiration of the kidney, collecting system and urethra if applicable. October 1...
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Article Overview
This article covers new HCPCS Level II procedure codes that became effective on October 1, 2020. It is relevant to coders, billers, and clinical documentation staff who track annual code changes and need to understand the general scope of newly added procedure coding guidance.
Why This Topic Matters
Keeping up with newly effective HCPCS Level II codes helps maintain accurate procedure reporting, support compliant claims processing, and align documentation review with current coding updates.
What You Will Learn
- Which HCPCS Level II procedure codes were newly effective as of October 1, 2020
- What broad procedure areas and technologies the new codes relate to
- How the article presents the new code additions in a concise update format
- What effective date information is associated with the new HCPCS Level II entries
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing professionals
- Compliance staff
- Practice managers
- Clinical documentation specialists
Codes Discussed
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