HCPCS code C1601 — Endo, single, pulmonary.
Status: Active.
Effective Jan 1, 2024.
Source: CMS HCPCS Level II.
C1601
ActiveEndo, single, pulmonary
Endoscope, single-use (i.e. disposable), pulmonary, imaging/illumination device (insertable)
Category:
Outpatient PPS
Section:
C-codes: Outpatient PPS
Effective:
Jan 1, 2024
Code type:
alphanumeric
OPPS Status:
H
— Pass-through device categories
OPPS APC:
2042
MUE — Medically Unlikely Edits
Maximum units of C1601 Medicare will pay for one beneficiary on one date of service. Claims exceeding the MUE are denied or returned for review.
| Service Type | Max Units / Day |
|---|---|
| Outpatient Hospital | 1 |
| Practitioner Services | 1 |
Source: CMS Medicare NCCI Medically Unlikely Edits
Change History
Quarterly changes published by CMS. Revisions may affect the code description, coverage, or rate — review each quarter's changes before submitting claims.
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New Code 2024-Q1Endo, single, pulmonary