S8948 Application of a modality (requiring constant provider attendance) to one or more areas; low-level laser; each 15 minutes

Short descriptor: Low-level laser trmt 15 min

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S8948 is the HCPCS Level II code for Application of a modality (requiring constant provider attendance) to one or more areas; low-level laser; each 15 minutes (2026). It belongs to Section S — Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare). Under Medicare, its coverage status is: Not payable by Medicare. Part B pricing methodology: Not separately priced by Part B.

Classification & CMS Attributes

Medicare Coverage
Not payable by Medicare (code I)
Part B Pricing
Not separately priced by Part B (indicator 00)
Type of Service
Other medical items or services
Effective Date
2004-01-01
2026 Maintenance
No change this year

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Reviewed by Prajwal Shrestha, CPC, CRC
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) · AAPC Member ID 01997614 · About · Editorial policy · Content last reviewed: 2026-01-01

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