Q0091 Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory
Short descriptor: Obtaining screen pap smear
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Q0091 is the HCPCS Level II code for Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory (2026). It belongs to Section Q — Temporary Codes. Under Medicare, its coverage status is: Special coverage instructions apply. Part B pricing methodology: Priced using national RVUs (physician fee schedule).
Classification & CMS Attributes
- Section
- Q: Temporary Codes
- Medicare Coverage
- Special coverage instructions apply (code D)
- Part B Pricing
- Priced using national RVUs (physician fee schedule) (indicator 11)
- Type of Service
- Medical care
- Effective Date
- 1996-07-01
- 2026 Maintenance
- No change this year
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