HCPCS Code K0553

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service
Code effective Jan 01, 2023

HCPCS Section
Durable Medical Equipment for Medicare Administrative Contractors (DME MACs)

K0553 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service or (Ther cgm supply allowance) for short. HCPCS K0553 has been effective since 01/01/2023 and applies to Other medical items or services.

HCPCS Code Details - K0553

HCPCS Level II Code
Section K - Durable Medical Equipment for Medicare Administrative Contractors (DME MACs)
HCPCS Code K0553
Description

Long description:
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service

Short description:
Ther cgm supply allowance

HCPCS Pricing indicator 34 - DME supplies (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 D1E - Other DME
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service 9 - Other medical items or services
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 2023
Date added Added Jul 01, 2017
Termination date Dec 31, 2022

See also

  • HCPCS K0552 · Supplies for external non-insulin drug infusion pump, syringe type cartridge, sterile, each

  • HCPCS A4238 · Supply allowance for adjunctive, non-implanted continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service

  • HCPCS A4239 · Supply allowance for non-adjunctive, non-implanted continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service

  • HCPCS K0554 · Receiver (monitor), dedicated, for use with therapeutic glucose continuous monitor system

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

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