ASC Ancillary · CPT/HCPCS
HCPCS A9609
F18 fdg, 15 millicuries
HCPCS A9609 at a glance
- Code
- A9609
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- F18 fdg, 15 millicuries
- Category
- ASC Ancillary
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (ancillary)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is HCPCS code A9609?
HCPCS A9609 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "F18 fdg, 15 millicuries". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Ancillary.
Is HCPCS A9609 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
HCPCS A9609 is an ancillary service that can be provided in the ASC setting when it supports a surgical procedure.
Where is HCPCS A9609 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
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