A6556 – Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 18-30 mmhg, custom, each
HCPCS Level II code · A codes: Transportation, Medical & Surgical Supplies, Miscellaneous & Experimental
HCPCS codeA6556
- Long description
- Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 18-30 mmhg, custom, each
- Short description
- G com stcking thgh18-30 cust
- 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, 2024
- Last change
- January 1, 2024 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code A6556?
A6556 is a HCPCS Level II code for gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 18-30 mmhg, custom, each.
Does Medicare cover A6556?
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
- A6545 – Gradient compression wrap, non-elastic, below knee, 30-50 mmhg, used as a surgical dressing, each
- A6548 – Accessory to custom gradient compression garment, silicone band, any size
- A6549 – Gradient compression garment, not otherwise specified, for daytime use, each
- A6550 – Wound care set, for negative pressure wound therapy electrical pump, includes all supplies and accessories
- A6552 – Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 30-40 mmhg, each
- A6553 – Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 30-40 mmhg, custom, each
- A6554 – Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 40 mmhg or greater, each
- A6555 – Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 40 mmhg or greater, custom, each
- A6557 – Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 30-40 mmhg, custom, each
- A6558 – Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 40 mmhg or greater, custom, each
- A6559 – Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 18-30 mmhg, custom, each
- A6560 – Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 30-40 mmhg, custom, each
- A6561 – Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 40 mmhg or greater, custom, each
- A6562 – Gradient compression stocking, waist length, 18-30 mmhg, custom, each
- A6563 – Gradient compression stocking, waist length, 30-40 mmhg, custom, each
- A6564 – Gradient compression stocking, waist length, 40 mmhg or greater, custom, each
Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.