C8010 Percutaneous placement of permanent common carotid embolic protection device, including all system components and imaging guidance; bilateral
Billable / valid for submission HCPCS Release 2026Q3
Deleted from October 1, 2026. C8010 is not in 2026Q4. It stays valid through September 30, 2026.
Short description: Pc plm pm c ctd emb prtc
Version history
| Release | Valid from | Valid to | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Q3 | 2026-07-01 | current | Percutaneous placement of permanent common carotid embolic protection device, including all system components and imaging guidance; bilateral | yes |
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