C8957Outpatient PPS
Intravenous infusion for therapy/diagnosis; initiation of prolonged infusion
Short description: Prolonged iv inf, req pump
- Effective date
- January 1, 2006
- Termination date
- —
Related codes (C-series)
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Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code C8957?
C8957 is a HCPCS Level II code for Intravenous infusion for therapy/diagnosis; initiation of prolonged infusion.
What category is HCPCS code C8957 in?
C8957 falls under the Outpatient PPS category of HCPCS Level II.
When did HCPCS code C8957 become effective?
C8957 has been effective since January 1, 2006, per CMS's quarterly HCPCS update.
HCPCS Level II data from CMS (public domain). HCPCS Level I (CPT) codes are not included — CPT is copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.