New HCPCS Level II codes for surgical procedures effective January 1, 2021

HCPCS Level II Code Long Descriptor Effective Date C9770 Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach, with subretinal injection of pharmacologic/biologic agent January 1, 2021 C9771 Nasal/sinus endoscopy, cryoablation nasal tissue(s) and/or nerve(s), unilateral or bilateral January 1, 2021 C9772 Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial/peroneal artery(ies), with intravascular lithotripsy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel (s), when performed January 1, 2021 C9773 Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial/peroneal artery(ies); with intravascular lithotripsy, and transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel(s), when performed January 1, 2021 C9774 Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial/peroneal artery(ies); with intravascular lithotripsy and atherectomy...

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Article Overview

This article provides a concise HCPCS Level II update on newly effective surgical procedure codes for January 1, 2021. It is useful for coders, billers, auditors, and reimbursement staff who track new code availability and coverage updates for procedures in ophthalmology, ENT, and vascular surgery. The article centers on the code listings and effective date information presented in a simple reference format.

Why This Topic Matters

New HCPCS Level II procedure codes can affect charge capture, claims processing, and code set maintenance at the start of a new calendar year. This update helps revenue cycle and coding professionals identify that new surgical procedure entries were added and review the full article for code-specific details.

What You Will Learn

  • Which HCPCS Level II surgical procedure codes became effective on January 1, 2021.
  • What broad procedure categories are represented in the update.
  • How the article is structured as a code reference with effective dates.
  • Which specialties may be affected by the new HCPCS Level II entries.

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Medical billers
  • Revenue cycle staff
  • Clinical documentation specialists
  • Compliance auditors
  • Practice managers

Codes Discussed

  • HCPCS Level II: C9770
  • HCPCS Level II: C9771
  • HCPCS Level II: C9772
  • HCPCS Level II: C9773
  • HCPCS Level II: C9774
  • HCPCS Level II: C9775

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