HCPCS Code A6531

Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 30-40 mmhg, used as a surgical dressing, each
Code effective Jan 01, 2024

HCPCS Section
Transportation Services Including Ambulance, Medical & Surgical Supplies

A6531 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 30-40 mmhg, used as a surgical dressing, each or (Compress stking bk30-40 surg) for short. HCPCS A6531 has been effective since 01/01/2024 and applies to Lump sum purchase of DME, prosthetics, orthotics.

HCPCS Code Details - A6531

HCPCS Level II Code
Section A - Transportation Services Including Ambulance, Medical & Surgical Supplies
HCPCS Code A6531
Description

Long description:
Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 30-40 mmhg, used as a surgical dressing, each

Short description:
Compress stking bk30-40 surg

HCPCS Pricing indicator 35 - Surgical dressings (price subject to floors and ceilings)
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 P - Lump sum purchase of DME, prosthetics, orthotics
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 2024
Date added Added Jan 01, 2006

See also

  • HCPCS A6530 · Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 18-30 mmhg, each

  • HCPCS A6532 · Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 40-50 mmhg, used as a surgical dressing, each

  • HCPCS A6533 · Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 18-30 mmhg, each

  • HCPCS A6534 · Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 30-40 mmhg, each

  • HCPCS A6535 · Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 40 mmhg or greater, each

  • HCPCS A6536 · Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 18-30 mmhg, each

  • HCPCS A6537 · Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 30-40 mmhg, each

  • HCPCS A6538 · Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 40 mmhg or greater, each

  • HCPCS A6539 · Gradient compression stocking, waist length, 18-30 mmhg, each

  • HCPCS A6540 · Gradient compression stocking, waist length, 30-40 mmhg, each

  • HCPCS A6541 · Gradient compression stocking, waist length, 40 mmhg or greater, each

  • HCPCS A6544 · Gradient compression stocking, garter belt

  • HCPCS A6552 · Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 30-40 mmhg, each

  • HCPCS A6553 · Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 30-40 mmhg, custom, each

  • HCPCS A6554 · Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 40 mmhg or greater, each

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