P9604 – Travel allowance one way in connection with medically necessary laboratory specimen collection drawn from home bound or nursing home bound patient; prorated trip charge

HCPCS Level II code · P codes: Pathology and Laboratory Services

Active code Special coverage instructions apply

HCPCS codeP9604
Long description
Travel allowance one way in connection with medically necessary laboratory specimen collection drawn from home bound or nursing home bound patient; prorated trip charge
Short description
One-way allow prorated trip
Pricing indicator
22 Clinical Lab Fee Schedule – priced by carrier (gap-fill)
Medicare coverage
D Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS category
Y2 Other - Non-Medicare fee schedule
Added
January 1, 1987
Last change
January 1, 1992 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code P9604?

P9604 is a HCPCS Level II code for travel allowance one way in connection with medically necessary laboratory specimen collection drawn from home bound or nursing home bound patient; prorated trip charge.

Does Medicare cover P9604?

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 P codes

Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.