HCPCS Code A8003

Helmet, protective, hard, custom fabricated, includes all components and accessories
Code effective Jan 01, 2007

HCPCS Section
Transportation Services Including Ambulance, Medical & Surgical Supplies

A8003 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Helmet, protective, hard, custom fabricated, includes all components and accessories or (Hard protect helmet custom) for short. HCPCS A8003 has been effective since 01/01/2007 and applies to Used durable medical equipment (DME).


HCPCS Code Details - A8003

HCPCS Level II Code
Section A - Transportation Services Including Ambulance, Medical & Surgical Supplies
HCPCS Code A8003
Description

Long description:
Helmet, protective, hard, custom fabricated, includes all components and accessories

Short description:
Hard protect helmet custom

HCPCS Pricing indicator 45 - Customized DME items
Multiple pricing indicator A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Coverage code C - Carrier judgment
BETOS2 code D1E - Other DME
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service A - Used durable medical equipment (DME)
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 2007
Date added Added Jan 01, 2007

See also

  • HCPCS A8002 · Helmet, protective, soft, custom fabricated, includes all components and accessories

  • HCPCS A8001 · Helmet, protective, hard, prefabricated, includes all components and accessories

  • HCPCS A8004 · Soft interface for helmet, replacement only

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


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