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HCPCS Level II · Outpatient PPS (temporary codes)

C2596Probe, image-guided, robotic, waterjet ablation

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Source: CMS HCPCS quarterly update, October 2026. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About C2596

C2596 is an HCPCS Level II code in the C series (outpatient PPS (temporary codes)), describing probe, image-guided, robotic, waterjet ablation.

It was added to HCPCS effective 01/01/2020, and its current record took effect 01/01/2023.

Its Medicare coverage code is "D", meaning special Medicare coverage instructions apply.

Details

Short description
Probe, robotic, water-jet
Date added
01/01/2020
Action effective
01/01/2023
BETOS
D1A

Common questions about C2596

Is HCPCS C2596 still valid?

Yes. C2596 is active in the CMS October 2026 HCPCS file.

Does Medicare cover C2596?

Its coverage code is "D": special Medicare coverage instructions apply. Check the local coverage determination for your region.