HCPCS code A4438 — Adhesive clip ext ens contr.
Status: Active.
Effective Apr 1, 2024.
Source: CMS HCPCS Level II.
A4438
ActiveAdhesive clip ext ens contr
Adhesive clip applied to the skin to secure external electrical nerve stimulator controller, each
Category:
Transportation & Supplies
Section:
A-codes: Transportation, Medical & Surgical Supplies
Effective:
Apr 1, 2024
Code type:
alphanumeric
OPPS Status:
A
— Paid under a separate fee schedule (not OPPS)
MUE — Medically Unlikely Edits
Maximum units of A4438 Medicare will pay for one beneficiary on one date of service. Claims exceeding the MUE are denied or returned for review.
| Service Type | Max Units / Day |
|---|---|
| DME Supplier | 30 |
Source: CMS Medicare NCCI Medically Unlikely Edits
Change History
Quarterly changes published by CMS. Revisions may affect the code description, coverage, or rate — review each quarter's changes before submitting claims.
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New Code 2024-Q2Adhesive clip ext ens contr