C8002 – Preparation of skin cell suspension autograft, automated, including all enzymatic processing and device components (do not report with manual suspension preparation)
HCPCS Level II code · C codes: Outpatient PPS (Hospital Outpatient)
HCPCS codeC8002
- Long description
- Preparation of skin cell suspension autograft, automated, including all enzymatic processing and device components (do not report with manual suspension preparation)
- Short description
- Prep skin cell susp, automtd
- Pricing indicator
11Priced using national RVUs (Physician Fee Schedule)- Medicare coverage
CCarrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor- BETOS category
P1GMajor procedure - other- ASC
- Approved for ambulatory surgical centers
- Added
- January 1, 2025
- Last change
- January 1, 2025 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code C8002?
C8002 is a HCPCS Level II code for preparation of skin cell suspension autograft, automated, including all enzymatic processing and device components (do not report with manual suspension preparation).
Does Medicare cover C8002?
The HCPCS file lists coverage code C: Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.
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