HCPCS code Q4438 — Pretect per sq cm. Status: Active. Effective Apr 1, 2026. Source: CMS HCPCS Level II.

Q4438

Active

Pretect per sq cm

Pretect, per square centimeter (add-on, list separately in addition to primary procedure)

Category: Temporary
Section: Q-codes: Temporary Codes
Effective: Apr 1, 2026
Code type: alphanumeric
OPPS Status: S1 — Significant procedure (Hospital Part B service)
OPPS APC: 6002

Change History

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  • New Code 2026-Q2
    Pretect per sq cm