S8999 – Resuscitation bag (for use by patient on artificial respiration during power failure or other catastrophic event)
HCPCS Level II code · S codes: Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare)
HCPCS codeS8999
- Long description
- Resuscitation bag (for use by patient on artificial respiration during power failure or other catastrophic event)
- Short description
- Resuscitation bag
- Pricing indicator
00Not separately priced by Part B (bundled, not covered or Part A only)- Medicare coverage
INot payable by Medicare- BETOS category
Z2Undefined codes- Added
- January 1, 2001
- Last change
- January 1, 2001 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code S8999?
S8999 is a HCPCS Level II code for resuscitation bag (for use by patient on artificial respiration during power failure or other catastrophic event).
Does Medicare cover S8999?
The HCPCS file lists coverage code I: Not payable by Medicare. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.
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