A6197 Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., each dressing
Short descriptor: Alginate drsg >16 <=48 sq in
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A6197 is the HCPCS Level II code for Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., each dressing (2026). It belongs to Section A — Transportation, Medical & Surgical Supplies. Under Medicare, its coverage status is: Special coverage instructions apply. Part B pricing methodology: Surgical dressings.
Classification & CMS Attributes
- Medicare Coverage
- Special coverage instructions apply (code D)
- Part B Pricing
- Surgical dressings (indicator 35)
- Type of Service
- Surgical dressings or other medical supplies
- Effective Date
- 2009-01-01
- 2026 Maintenance
- No change this year
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