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.