S Code in Medical Billing
S codes are part of the HCPCS Level II coding system, used to identify temporary services, supplies, or procedures, often for private insurers.
S Code in Medical Billing Explained
In medical billing, S codes are used for services that do not have permanent CPT codes, such as experimental treatments or specific services covered by private insurance. They are often temporary and are used until a permanent code is assigned.
For example, a provider bills a private insurer using an S code for a new outpatient service that does not yet have a CPT code.
Learn more about common acronyms and abbreviations in Medical billing glossary.
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