C9800 HCPCS code: Dermal injection procedure(s) for facial lipodystrophy syndrome (lds) and provision of radiesse or sculptra dermal filler, including all items and supplies
C9800 is the HCPCS Level II code for dermal injection procedure(s) for facial lipodystrophy syndrome (lds) and provision of radiesse or sculptra dermal filler, including all items and supplies. CMS terminated C9800 on 2016-12-31; do not bill it for later dates of service. Its Medicare coverage code is D (Special coverage instructions apply): Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met.
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 | P6A |
| Added | 2010-07-01 |
| Last action effective | 2017-01-01 |
| Terminated | 2016-12-31 |
What changed for C9800
- 2010-07-01: C9800 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 C9800?
C9800 is the HCPCS Level II code for dermal injection procedure(s) for facial lipodystrophy syndrome (lds) and provision of radiesse or sculptra dermal filler, including all items and supplies. Short descriptor: "Dermal filler inj px/suppl".
Does Medicare cover C9800?
Coverage code D — Special coverage instructions apply. Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met.
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2025; 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.