HCPCS Code A7040

One way chest drain valve
Code effective Jan 01, 2005

HCPCS Section
Transportation Services Including Ambulance, Medical & Surgical Supplies

A7040 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning One way chest drain valve or (One way chest drain valve) for short. HCPCS A7040 has been effective since 01/01/2005 and applies to Lump sum purchase of DME, prosthetics, orthotics.

HCPCS Code Details - A7040

HCPCS Level II Code
Section A - Transportation Services Including Ambulance, Medical & Surgical Supplies
HCPCS Code A7040
Description

Long description:
One way chest drain valve

Short description:
One way chest drain valve

HCPCS Pricing indicator 38 - Orthotics, prosthetics, prosthetic devices & vision services (price subject to floors and ceilings)
Multiple pricing indicator A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Coverage code C - Carrier judgment
BETOS2 code D1F - Prosthetic/Orthotic devices
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, 2005
Date added Added Jan 01, 2005

See also

  • HCPCS A7039 · Filter, non disposable, used with positive airway pressure device

  • HCPCS A7041 · Water seal drainage container and tubing for use with implanted chest tube

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