HCPCS A5500 Code. Diab shoe for density insert

HCPCS Code: A5500
Long Description: For diabetics only, fitting (including follow-up), custom preparation and supply of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe manufactured to accommodate multi-density insert(s), per shoe
Short Description: Diab shoe for density insert

Original information is taken from A5500 page

Pricing Indicator Code 1: 38 – Orthotics, prosthetics, prosthetic devices & vision services (price subject to floors and ceilings) . Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, Supplies And Surgical Dressings
Multiple Pricing Indicator Code A : Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology

Coverage: D – Special coverage instructions apply

Berenson-Eggers Type of Service (BETOS): D1F – Prosthetic/Orthotic devices
Type Of Service 1: J – Diabetic shoes (eff 04/95)

Anesthesia Base Unit Quantity: 0
Code Added Date: 19950101
Code Effective Date: 20050101
Action Code: N – No maintenance for this code