A6530 – Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 18-30 mmhg, each
HCPCS Level II code · A codes: Transportation, Medical & Surgical Supplies, Miscellaneous & Experimental
HCPCS codeA6530
- Long description
- Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 18-30 mmhg, each
- Short description
- Compression stocking bk18-30
- Pricing indicator
40Lymphedema compression treatment items- Medicare coverage
CCarrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor- BETOS category
O1LLymphedema Compression Treatment Items (eff 1/1/2024)- Added
- January 1, 2006
- Last change
- January 1, 2024 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code A6530?
A6530 is a HCPCS Level II code for gradient compression stocking, below knee, 18-30 mmhg, each.
Does Medicare cover A6530?
The HCPCS file lists coverage code C: Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.
Nearby A codes
- A6522 – Gradient compression garment, arm, padded, for nighttime use, each
- A6523 – Gradient compression garment, arm, padded, for nighttime use, custom, each
- A6524 – Gradient compression garment, lower leg and foot, padded, for nighttime use, each
- A6525 – Gradient compression garment, lower leg and foot, padded, for nighttime use, custom, each
- A6526 – Gradient compression garment, full leg and foot, padded, for nighttime use, each
- A6527 – Gradient compression garment, full leg and foot, padded, for nighttime use, custom, each
- A6528 – Gradient compression garment, bra, for nighttime use, each
- A6529 – Gradient compression garment, bra, for nighttime use, custom, each
- A6531 – Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 30-40 mmhg, used as a surgical dressing, each
- A6532 – Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 40-50 mmhg, used as a surgical dressing, each
- A6533 – Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 18-30 mmhg, each
- A6534 – Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 30-40 mmhg, each
- A6535 – Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 40 mmhg or greater, each
- A6536 – Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 18-30 mmhg, each
- A6537 – Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 30-40 mmhg, each
- A6538 – Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 40 mmhg or greater, each
Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.