C1747 HCPCS code: Endoscope, single-use (i.e. disposable), urinary tract, imaging/illumination device (insertable)
C1747 is the HCPCS Level II code for endoscope, single-use (i.e. disposable), urinary tract, imaging/illumination device (insertable). In 2024 Medicare paid an average of $1,196.55 per service for C1747 across 1,658 services. Its Medicare coverage code is D (Special coverage instructions apply): Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met. The NCCI unit limit is 1 per day on outpatient hospital claims. Medicare volume rose 133% from 2023 to 2024 (712 to 1,658 services). In 2024, about 120 clinicians billed Medicare for C1747 for 1,532 beneficiaries; Georgia, Tennessee, Illinois accounted for 31% of services.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | C codes — Outpatient PPS (hospital outpatient temporary codes) |
| Coverage code | D — Special coverage instructions apply |
| Pricing indicator | 53 |
| BETOS category | D1A — Medical/surgical supplies |
| Added | 2023-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2023-01-01 |
Who bills C1747 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Clinicians billing (by place of service) | 120 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 1,532 |
| States with claims | 24 |
| Share of services in top 3 states (Georgia, Tennessee, Illinois) | 31% |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for C1747, 2023–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 712 | 651 | $1,386.59 | $1,104.81 |
| 2024 | 1,658 | 1,532 | $1,501.60 | $1,196.55 |
States with the most C1747 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 190 | $599.52 |
| Tennessee | 179 | $869.67 |
| Illinois | 130 | $1,050.06 |
| Ohio | 128 | $1,418.47 |
| Florida | 120 | $979.07 |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| outpatient hospital claims | 1 | Nature of Equipment |
| practitioner claims | 1 | Nature of Equipment |
What changed for C1747
- 2023-01-01: C1747 added to HCPCS Level II
- Next scheduled CMS quarterly update (HCPCS and DMEPOS fee schedule): 2027-01-01
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code C1747?
C1747 is the HCPCS Level II code for endoscope, single-use (i.e. disposable), urinary tract, imaging/illumination device (insertable). Short descriptor: "Endo, single, urinary tract".
How much does Medicare pay for C1747?
In 2024, the average Medicare payment was $1,196.55 per service (average allowed $1,501.60).
Does Medicare cover C1747?
Coverage code D — Special coverage instructions apply. Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met.
How many units of C1747 can be billed per day?
1 on outpatient hospital claims; 1 on practitioner claims (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule; CMS NCCI MUE tables; CMS Medicare utilization (physician and DME supplier files); CMS Medicare Coverage Database articles. Fees are Medicare allowables, not commercial rates. Not billing or legal advice.