B4081 – Nasogastric tubing with stylet
HCPCS Level II code · B codes: Enteral and Parenteral Therapy
HCPCS codeB4081
- Long description
- Nasogastric tubing with stylet
- Short description
- Enteral ng tubing w/ stylet
- Pricing indicator
39Parenteral and enteral nutrition- Medicare coverage
DSpecial coverage instructions apply- BETOS category
O1CEnteral and parenteral- Added
- January 1, 1986
- Last change
- January 1, 2002 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code B4081?
B4081 is a HCPCS Level II code for nasogastric tubing with stylet.
Does Medicare cover B4081?
The HCPCS file lists coverage code D: Special coverage instructions apply. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.
Nearby B codes
- B4034 – Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape
- B4035 – Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape
- B4036 – Enteral feeding supply kit; gravity fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape
- B4082 – Nasogastric tubing without stylet
- B4083 – Stomach tube - levine type
- B4087 – Gastrostomy/jejunostomy tube, standard, any material, any type, each
- B4088 – Gastrostomy/jejunostomy tube, low-profile, any material, any type, each
- B4100 – Food thickener, administered orally, per ounce
- B4102 – Enteral formula, for adults, used to replace fluids and electrolytes (e.g., clear liquids), 500 ml = 1 unit
- B4103 – Enteral formula, for pediatrics, used to replace fluids and electrolytes (e.g., clear liquids), 500 ml = 1 unit
- B4104 – Additive for enteral formula (e.g., fiber)
Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.