C9780 – Insertion of central venous catheter through central venous occlusion via inferior and superior approaches (e.g., inside-out technique), including imaging guidance
HCPCS Level II code · C codes: Outpatient PPS (Hospital Outpatient)
HCPCS codeC9780
- Long description
- Insertion of central venous catheter through central venous occlusion via inferior and superior approaches (e.g., inside-out technique), including imaging guidance
- Short description
- Insert cv cath inf & sup app
- Pricing indicator
53Statute- Medicare coverage
DSpecial coverage instructions apply- BETOS category
D1AMedical/surgical supplies- ASC
- Approved for ambulatory surgical centers
- Added
- October 1, 2021
- Last change
- January 1, 2026 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code C9780?
C9780 is a HCPCS Level II code for insertion of central venous catheter through central venous occlusion via inferior and superior approaches (e.g., inside-out technique), including imaging guidance.
Does Medicare cover C9780?
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
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- C9774 – Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial/peroneal artery(ies); with intravascular lithotripsy and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel (s), when performed
- C9775 – Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial/peroneal artery(ies); with intravascular lithotripsy and transluminal stent placement(s), and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel (s), when performed
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- C9787 – Gastric electrophysiology mapping with simultaneous patient symptom profiling
- C9788 – Opto-acoustic imaging, breast (including axilla when performed), unilateral, with image documentation, analysis and report, obtained with ultrasound examination
Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.