C9742 – Laryngoscopy, flexible fiberoptic, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic, including diagnostic laryngoscopy, if performed

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

Discontinued December 31, 2016 Special coverage instructions apply

HCPCS codeC9742
Long description
Laryngoscopy, flexible fiberoptic, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic, including diagnostic laryngoscopy, if performed
Short description
Laryngoscopy with injection
Pricing indicator
53 Statute
Medicare coverage
D Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS category
P8H Endoscopy - laryngoscopy
Cross reference
31573
Added
January 1, 2015
Last change
January 1, 2017 – No change
Termination date
December 31, 2016

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code C9742?

C9742 is a HCPCS Level II code for laryngoscopy, flexible fiberoptic, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic, including diagnostic laryngoscopy, if performed. It was discontinued on December 31, 2016.

Does Medicare cover C9742?

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.