HCPCS Code A6208

Contact layer, sterile, more than 48 sq. in., each dressing
Code effective Jan 01, 2009

HCPCS Section
Transportation Services Including Ambulance, Medical & Surgical Supplies

A6208 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Contact layer, sterile, more than 48 sq. in., each dressing or (Contact layer > 48 sq in) for short. HCPCS A6208 has been effective since 01/01/2009 and applies to Surgical dressings or other medical supplies.

HCPCS Code Details - A6208

HCPCS Level II Code
Section A - Transportation Services Including Ambulance, Medical & Surgical Supplies
HCPCS Code A6208
Description

Long description:
Contact layer, sterile, more than 48 sq. in., each dressing

Short description:
Contact layer > 48 sq in

HCPCS Pricing indicator 46 - Carrier priced (e.g., not otherwise classified, individual determination, carrier discretion, gap-filled amounts)
Multiple pricing indicator A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Coverage code D - Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS2 code D1A - Medical/surgical supplies
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service S - Surgical dressings or other medical supplies
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 2009
Date added Added Jan 01, 1997

See also

  • HCPCS A6206 · Contact layer, sterile, 16 sq. in. or less, each dressing

  • HCPCS A6207 · Contact layer, sterile, more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., each dressing

  • HCPCS A6209 · Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing

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2 BETOS stands for “Berenson-Eggers Type Of Service”

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