U.S. Code of Federal Regulations
Regulations most recently checked for updates: Aug 28, 2025
As used in this part, unless the context indicates otherwise—
HCPCS means Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System.
ICD-9-CM means International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification.
Nonparticipating hospital means a hospital that does not have in effect a provider agreement to participate in Medicare.
Participating hospital means a hospital that has in effect a provider agreement to participate in Medicare.