C8928 – Transthoracic echocardiography with contrast, or without contrast followed by with contrast, real-time with image documentation (2d), includes m-mode recording, when performed, during rest and cardiovascular stress test using treadmill, bicycle exercise and/or pharmacologically induced stress, with interpretation and report

HCPCS Level II code · C codes: Outpatient PPS (Hospital Outpatient)

Active code Special coverage instructions apply

HCPCS codeC8928
Long description
Transthoracic echocardiography with contrast, or without contrast followed by with contrast, real-time with image documentation (2d), includes m-mode recording, when performed, during rest and cardiovascular stress test using treadmill, bicycle exercise and/or pharmacologically induced stress, with interpretation and report
Short description
Tte w or w/o fol w/con,stres
Pricing indicator
53 Statute
Medicare coverage
D Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS category
I3C Echography/ultrasonography - heart
Added
January 1, 2008
Last change
January 1, 2009 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code C8928?

C8928 is a HCPCS Level II code for transthoracic echocardiography with contrast, or without contrast followed by with contrast, real-time with image documentation (2d), includes m-mode recording, when performed, during rest and cardiovascular stress test using treadmill, bicycle exercise and/or pharmacologically induced stress, with interpretation and report.

Does Medicare cover C8928?

The HCPCS file lists coverage code D: Special coverage instructions apply. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.

Nearby C codes

Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.