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HCPCS Level II

Wound care HCPCS code lookup

Every active A6000–A6599 code, plus tape, with CMS's official descriptors. Search by code, words or size.

191 active codes37 carried by PCSS CMS file updated

How to read the list. Descriptors are CMS's own words, verbatim. “PCSS carries” marks codes PCSS suggests for its products. PCSS's suggested HCPCS categories (July 2026) are for reference only, based on product type and pad size. Confirm final coding with your billing staff.

Bordered dressings. The CMS descriptor says “with any size adhesive border”, so the code follows the pad size, not the overall dressing size. The border isn't counted. Those rows are marked “Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.”

Wound warming cover1 code

  • A6000

    Short descriptor: Wound warming wound cover

    Long descriptor: Non-contact wound warming wound cover for use with the non-contact wound warming device and warming card

Collagen dressings and fillers6 codes

  • A6010PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Collagen based wound filler

    Long descriptor: Collagen based wound filler, dry form, sterile, per gram of collagen

    PCSS suggests it for: Collagen powder (1 g). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6010

  • A6011

    Short descriptor: Collagen gel/paste wound fil

    Long descriptor: Collagen based wound filler, gel/paste, per gram of collagen

  • A6021PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Collagen dressing <=16 sq in

    Long descriptor: Collagen dressing, sterile, size 16 sq. in. or less, each

    PCSS suggests it for: Collagen sheet (2×2, 4×4); Collagen sheet, silver (2×2, 4×4). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6021

  • A6022

    Short descriptor: Collagen drsg>16<=48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Collagen dressing, sterile, size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., each

  • A6023PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Collagen dressing >48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Collagen dressing, sterile, size more than 48 sq. in., each

    PCSS suggests it for: Collagen sheet (7×7); Collagen sheet, silver (7×7). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6023

  • A6024

    Short descriptor: Collagen dsg wound filler

    Long descriptor: Collagen dressing wound filler, sterile, per 6 inches

Gel sheets1 code

  • A6025

    Short descriptor: Silicone gel sheet, each

    Long descriptor: Gel sheet for dermal or epidermal application, (e.g., silicone, hydrogel, other), each

Wound pouch1 code

  • A6154

    Short descriptor: Wound pouch each

    Long descriptor: Wound pouch, each

Alginate and other fiber gelling dressings4 codes

  • A6196PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Alginate dressing <=16 sq in

    Long descriptor: Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Calcium alginate (2×2, 4×4); Calcium alginate, silver (2×2, 4×4); Gelling fiber (2×2, 4×4); Gelling fiber, silver (2×2, 4×4). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6196

  • A6197PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Alginate drsg >16 <=48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Calcium alginate (6×6, 4×8); Calcium alginate, silver (4×8, 6×6); Gelling fiber (6×6); Gelling fiber, silver (6×6). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6197

  • A6198PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Alginate dressing > 48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Calcium alginate (10×10); Calcium alginate, silver (8×8). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6198

  • A6199PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Alginate drsg wound filler

    Long descriptor: Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound filler, sterile, per 6 inches

    PCSS suggests it for: Calcium alginate (Rope); Calcium alginate, silver (1×12 rope). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6199

Composite dressings3 codes

  • A6203PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Composite drsg <= 16 sq in

    Long descriptor: Composite dressing, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

    PCSS suggests it for: Composite dressing (4×4). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6203

  • A6204PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Composite drsg >16<=48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Composite dressing, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

    PCSS suggests it for: Composite dressing (6×6). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6204

  • A6205

    Short descriptor: Composite drsg > 48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Composite dressing, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

Contact layers3 codes

  • A6206

    Short descriptor: Contact layer <= 16 sq in

    Long descriptor: Contact layer, sterile, 16 sq. in. or less, each dressing

  • A6207

    Short descriptor: Contact layer >16<= 48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Contact layer, sterile, more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., each dressing

  • A6208

    Short descriptor: Contact layer > 48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Contact layer, sterile, more than 48 sq. in., each dressing

Foam dressings7 codes

  • A6209PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Foam drsg <=16 sq in w/o bdr

    Long descriptor: Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Non-bordered foam (2×2, 4×4); Blue specialty foam (2×2, 4×4). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6209

  • A6210PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Foam drg >16<=48 sq in w/o b

    Long descriptor: Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Non-bordered foam (5×5); Blue specialty foam (4×5). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6210

  • A6211PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Foam drg > 48 sq in w/o brdr

    Long descriptor: Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Non-bordered foam (8×8). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6211

  • A6212PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Foam drg <=16 sq in w/border

    Long descriptor: Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

    PCSS suggests it for: Silicone bordered foam (3×3, 4×4); Bordered foam (4×4); Bordered foam, silver (4×4). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6212

  • A6213PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Foam drg >16<=48 sq in w/bdr

    Long descriptor: Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

    PCSS suggests it for: Silicone bordered foam (6×6); Bordered foam (6×6); Bordered foam, silver (6×6). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6213

  • A6214PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Foam drg > 48 sq in w/border

    Long descriptor: Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

    PCSS suggests it for: Silicone bordered foam (7×7 sacral, 9×9 sacral). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6214

  • A6215

    Short descriptor: Foam dressing wound filler

    Long descriptor: Foam dressing, wound filler, sterile, per gram

Gauze, non-impregnated, and packing strips10 codes

  • A6216

    Short descriptor: Non-sterile gauze<=16 sq in

    Long descriptor: Gauze, non-impregnated, non-sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6217

    Short descriptor: Non-sterile gauze>16<=48 sq

    Long descriptor: Gauze, non-impregnated, non-sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6218

    Short descriptor: Non-sterile gauze > 48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Gauze, non-impregnated, non-sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6219PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Gauze <= 16 sq in w/border

    Long descriptor: Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

    PCSS suggests it for: Bordered gauze (4×4); Silicone bordered gauze (4×4). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6219

  • A6220PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Gauze >16 <=48 sq in w/bordr

    Long descriptor: Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

    PCSS suggests it for: Bordered gauze (6×6); Silicone bordered gauze (6×6). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6220

  • A6221PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Gauze > 48 sq in w/border

    Long descriptor: Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

    PCSS suggests it for: Bordered gauze (8×8); Silicone bordered gauze (8×8). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6221

  • A6402

    Short descriptor: Sterile gauze <= 16 sq in

    Long descriptor: Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6403

    Short descriptor: Sterile gauze>16 <= 48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6404

    Short descriptor: Sterile gauze > 48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6407

    Short descriptor: Packing strips, non-impreg

    Long descriptor: Packing strips, non-impregnated, sterile, up to 2 inches in width, per linear yard

Gauze, impregnated7 codes

  • A6222PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Gauze <=16 in no w/sal w/o b

    Long descriptor: Gauze, impregnated with other than water, normal saline, or hydrogel, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Bismuth petrolatum gauze (2×2, 4×4); Oil emulsion dressing (3×3). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6222

  • A6223PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Gauze >16<=48 no w/sal w/o b

    Long descriptor: Gauze, impregnated with other than water, normal saline, or hydrogel, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in., but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Bismuth petrolatum gauze (5×9); Petrolatum dressing (3×9). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6223

  • A6224

    Short descriptor: Gauze > 48 in no w/sal w/o b

    Long descriptor: Gauze, impregnated with other than water, normal saline, or hydrogel, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6228

    Short descriptor: Gauze <= 16 sq in water/sal

    Long descriptor: Gauze, impregnated, water or normal saline, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6229

    Short descriptor: Gauze >16<=48 sq in watr/sal

    Long descriptor: Gauze, impregnated, water or normal saline, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6230

    Short descriptor: Gauze > 48 sq in water/salne

    Long descriptor: Gauze, impregnated, water or normal saline, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6266

    Short descriptor: Impreg gauze no h20/sal/yard

    Long descriptor: Gauze, impregnated, other than water, normal saline, or zinc paste, sterile, any width, per linear yard

Hydrogel dressings and hydrogel gauze10 codes

  • A6231PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Hydrogel dsg<=16 sq in

    Long descriptor: Gauze, impregnated, hydrogel, for direct wound contact, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Hydrogel saturated gauze (2×2, 4×4). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6231

  • A6232PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Hydrogel dsg>16<=48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Gauze, impregnated, hydrogel, for direct wound contact, sterile, pad size greater than 16 sq. in., but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Hydrogel saturated gauze (4×8). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6232

  • A6233

    Short descriptor: Hydrogel dressing >48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Gauze, impregnated, hydrogel, for direct wound contact, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., each dressing

  • A6242

    Short descriptor: Hydrogel drg <=16 in w/o bdr

    Long descriptor: Hydrogel dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6243

    Short descriptor: Hydrogel drg >16<=48 w/o bdr

    Long descriptor: Hydrogel dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6244

    Short descriptor: Hydrogel drg >48 in w/o bdr

    Long descriptor: Hydrogel dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6245

    Short descriptor: Hydrogel drg <= 16 in w/bdr

    Long descriptor: Hydrogel dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

  • A6246

    Short descriptor: Hydrogel drg >16<=48 in w/b

    Long descriptor: Hydrogel dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

  • A6247

    Short descriptor: Hydrogel drg > 48 sq in w/b

    Long descriptor: Hydrogel dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

  • A6248PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Hydrogel drsg gel filler

    Long descriptor: Hydrogel dressing, wound filler, gel, per fluid ounce

    PCSS suggests it for: Hydrogel, silver (3 oz tube). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6248

Hydrocolloid dressings8 codes

  • A6234PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Hydrocolld drg <=16 w/o bdr

    Long descriptor: Hydrocolloid dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Hydrocolloid, no border (4×4). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6234

  • A6235PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Hydrocolld drg >16<=48 w/o b

    Long descriptor: Hydrocolloid dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Hydrocolloid, no border (6×7 sacral). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6235

  • A6236

    Short descriptor: Hydrocolld drg > 48 in w/o b

    Long descriptor: Hydrocolloid dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6237

    Short descriptor: Hydrocolld drg <=16 in w/bdr

    Long descriptor: Hydrocolloid dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

  • A6238

    Short descriptor: Hydrocolld drg >16<=48 w/bdr

    Long descriptor: Hydrocolloid dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

  • A6239

    Short descriptor: Hydrocolld drg > 48 in w/bdr

    Long descriptor: Hydrocolloid dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

  • A6240

    Short descriptor: Hydrocolld drg filler paste

    Long descriptor: Hydrocolloid dressing, wound filler, paste, sterile, per ounce

  • A6241

    Short descriptor: Hydrocolloid drg filler dry

    Long descriptor: Hydrocolloid dressing, wound filler, dry form, sterile, per gram

Skin sealants and protectants1 code

  • A6250

    Short descriptor: Skin seal protect moisturizr

    Long descriptor: Skin sealants, protectants, moisturizers, ointments, any type, any size

Specialty absorptive dressings6 codes

  • A6251PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Absorpt drg <=16 sq in w/o b

    Long descriptor: Specialty absorptive dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Super absorbent (2×2, 4×4). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6251

  • A6252PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Absorpt drg >16 <=48 w/o bdr

    Long descriptor: Specialty absorptive dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Super absorbent (6×6). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6252

  • A6253PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Absorpt drg > 48 sq in w/o b

    Long descriptor: Specialty absorptive dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Super absorbent (8×8). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6253

  • A6254PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Absorpt drg <=16 sq in w/bdr

    Long descriptor: Specialty absorptive dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

    PCSS suggests it for: Super absorbent, adherent (2×2); Silicone super absorbent, bordered (4×4). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6254

  • A6255PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Absorpt drg >16<=48 in w/bdr

    Long descriptor: Specialty absorptive dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

    PCSS suggests it for: Super absorbent, adherent (6×6); Silicone super absorbent, bordered (6×6). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6255

  • A6256PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Absorpt drg > 48 sq in w/bdr

    Long descriptor: Specialty absorptive dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., with any size adhesive border, each dressing

    Pad size sets the code; the adhesive border isn't counted.

    PCSS suggests it for: Super absorbent, adherent (8×8); Silicone super absorbent, bordered (8×8). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6256

Transparent film3 codes

  • A6257

    Short descriptor: Transparent film <= 16 sq in

    Long descriptor: Transparent film, sterile, 16 sq. in. or less, each dressing

  • A6258PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Transparent film >16<=48 in

    Long descriptor: Transparent film, sterile, more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., each dressing

    PCSS suggests it for: Transparent film (4×4¾). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6258

  • A6259

    Short descriptor: Transparent film > 48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Transparent film, sterile, more than 48 sq. in., each dressing

Wound cleansers and other wound fillers3 codes

  • A6260PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Wound cleanser any type/size

    Long descriptor: Wound cleansers, any type, any size

    PCSS suggests it for: Wound cleanser (8 oz). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6260

  • A6261

    Short descriptor: Wound filler gel/paste /oz

    Long descriptor: Wound filler, gel/paste, per fluid ounce, not otherwise specified

  • A6262

    Short descriptor: Wound filler dry form / gram

    Long descriptor: Wound filler, dry form, per gram, not otherwise specified

Eye pads and patches3 codes

  • A6410

    Short descriptor: Sterile eye pad

    Long descriptor: Eye pad, sterile, each

  • A6411

    Short descriptor: Non-sterile eye pad

    Long descriptor: Eye pad, non-sterile, each

  • A6412

    Short descriptor: Occlusive eye patch

    Long descriptor: Eye patch, occlusive, each

Adhesive bandage1 code

  • A6413

    Short descriptor: Adhesive bandage, first-aid

    Long descriptor: Adhesive bandage, first-aid type, any size, each

Padding and conforming bandages7 codes

  • A6441

    Short descriptor: Pad band w>=3" <5"/yd

    Long descriptor: Padding bandage, non-elastic, non-woven/non-knitted, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard

  • A6442

    Short descriptor: Conform band n/s w<3"/yd

    Long descriptor: Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, non-sterile, width less than three inches, per yard

  • A6443

    Short descriptor: Conform band n/s w>=3"<5"/yd

    Long descriptor: Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, non-sterile, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard

  • A6444

    Short descriptor: Conform band n/s w>=5"/yd

    Long descriptor: Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, non-sterile, width greater than or equal to 5 inches, per yard

  • A6445

    Short descriptor: Conform band s w <3"/yd

    Long descriptor: Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, sterile, width less than three inches, per yard

  • A6446PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Conform band s w>=3" <5"/yd

    Long descriptor: Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, sterile, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard

    PCSS suggests it for: Roll gauze, sterile (4.5 in.). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6446

  • A6447

    Short descriptor: Conform band s w >=5"/yd

    Long descriptor: Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, sterile, width greater than or equal to five inches, per yard

Light, moderate and high compression bandages5 codes

  • A6448

    Short descriptor: Lt compres band <3"/yd

    Long descriptor: Light compression bandage, elastic, knitted/woven, width less than three inches, per yard

  • A6449

    Short descriptor: Lt compres band >=3" <5"/yd

    Long descriptor: Light compression bandage, elastic, knitted/woven, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard

  • A6450

    Short descriptor: Lt compres band >=5"/yd

    Long descriptor: Light compression bandage, elastic, knitted/woven, width greater than or equal to five inches, per yard

  • A6451

    Short descriptor: Mod compres band w>=3"<5"/yd

    Long descriptor: Moderate compression bandage, elastic, knitted/woven, load resistance of 1.25 to 1.34 foot pounds at 50% maximum stretch, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard

  • A6452

    Short descriptor: High compres band w>=3"<5"yd

    Long descriptor: High compression bandage, elastic, knitted/woven, load resistance greater than or equal to 1.35 foot pounds at 50% maximum stretch, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard

Self-adherent bandages3 codes

  • A6453

    Short descriptor: Self-adher band w <3"/yd

    Long descriptor: Self-adherent bandage, elastic, non-knitted/non-woven, width less than three inches, per yard

  • A6454PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Self-adher band w>=3" <5"/yd

    Long descriptor: Self-adherent bandage, elastic, non-knitted/non-woven, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard

    PCSS suggests it for: Cohesive wrap, tan (3 in.). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6454

  • A6455

    Short descriptor: Self-adher band >=5"/yd

    Long descriptor: Self-adherent bandage, elastic, non-knitted/non-woven, width greater than or equal to five inches, per yard

Zinc paste bandage and tubular dressing2 codes

  • A6456PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Zinc paste band w >=3"<5"/yd

    Long descriptor: Zinc paste impregnated bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard

    PCSS suggests it for: Unna boot, zinc (4 in.); Unna boot, calamine (4 in.). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6456

  • A6457PCSS carries

    Short descriptor: Tubular dressing

    Long descriptor: Tubular dressing with or without elastic, any width, per linear yard

    PCSS suggests it for: Elastic tubular bandage (Size E, Size F, Size G). Sizes, notes and FAQ for A6457

Synthetic resorbable dressings2 codes

  • A6460

    Short descriptor: Synthetic drsg <= 16 sq in

    Long descriptor: Synthetic resorbable wound dressing, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing

  • A6461

    Short descriptor: Synthetic drsg >16<=48 sq in

    Long descriptor: Synthetic resorbable wound dressing, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing

Compression burn garments13 codes

  • A6501

    Short descriptor: Compres burngarment bodysuit

    Long descriptor: Compression burn garment, bodysuit (head to foot), custom fabricated

  • A6502

    Short descriptor: Compres burngarment chinstrp

    Long descriptor: Compression burn garment, chin strap, custom fabricated

  • A6503

    Short descriptor: Compres burngarment facehood

    Long descriptor: Compression burn garment, facial hood, custom fabricated

  • A6504

    Short descriptor: Cmprsburngarment glove-wrist

    Long descriptor: Compression burn garment, glove to wrist, custom fabricated

  • A6505

    Short descriptor: Cmprsburngarment glove-elbow

    Long descriptor: Compression burn garment, glove to elbow, custom fabricated

  • A6506

    Short descriptor: Cmprsburngrmnt glove-axilla

    Long descriptor: Compression burn garment, glove to axilla, custom fabricated

  • A6507

    Short descriptor: Cmprs burngarment foot-knee

    Long descriptor: Compression burn garment, foot to knee length, custom fabricated

  • A6508

    Short descriptor: Cmprs burngarment foot-thigh

    Long descriptor: Compression burn garment, foot to thigh length, custom fabricated

  • A6509

    Short descriptor: Compres burn garment jacket

    Long descriptor: Compression burn garment, upper trunk to waist including arm openings (vest), custom fabricated

  • A6510

    Short descriptor: Compres burn garment leotard

    Long descriptor: Compression burn garment, trunk, including arms down to leg openings (leotard), custom fabricated

  • A6511

    Short descriptor: Compres burn garment panty

    Long descriptor: Compression burn garment, lower trunk including leg openings (panty), custom fabricated

  • A6512

    Short descriptor: Compres burn garment, noc

    Long descriptor: Compression burn garment, not otherwise classified

  • A6513

    Short descriptor: Compress burn mask face/neck

    Long descriptor: Compression burn mask, face and/or neck, plastic or equal, custom fabricated

Gradient compression garments, stockings and wraps76 codes

  • A6515

    Short descriptor: Grad com wrap w str fu le cu

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression wrap with adjustable straps, full leg, each, custom

  • A6516

    Short descriptor: Grad com wrap w strap foo cu

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression wrap with adjustable straps, foot, each, custom

  • A6517

    Short descriptor: Grad com wrap w strap bn cus

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression wrap with adjustable straps, below knee, each, custom

  • A6518

    Short descriptor: Grad com wrap w strap arm cu

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression wrap with adjustable straps, arm, each, custom

  • A6519

    Short descriptor: Grad com garm noc night use

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, not otherwise specified, for nighttime use, each

  • A6520

    Short descriptor: G com garmnt glove nghttime

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, glove, padded, for nighttime use, each

  • A6521

    Short descriptor: G com garmnt glove nght cust

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, glove, padded, for nighttime use, custom, each

  • A6522

    Short descriptor: G com garment arm nighttime

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, arm, padded, for nighttime use, each

  • A6523

    Short descriptor: G com garment arm nght custm

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, arm, padded, for nighttime use, custom, each

  • A6524

    Short descriptor: G com garmnt lwr leg/ft nght

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, lower leg and foot, padded, for nighttime use, each

  • A6525

    Short descriptor: G com garm lwrleg/ft ngt cus

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, lower leg and foot, padded, for nighttime use, custom, each

  • A6526

    Short descriptor: G com garmt full leg/ft nght

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, full leg and foot, padded, for nighttime use, each

  • A6527

    Short descriptor: G garmt full leg/ft nght cus

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, full leg and foot, padded, for nighttime use, custom, each

  • A6528

    Short descriptor: G com garment bra nighttime

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, bra, for nighttime use, each

  • A6529

    Short descriptor: G com garmt bra night custm

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, bra, for nighttime use, custom, each

  • A6530

    Short descriptor: Compression stocking bk18-30

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 18-30 mmhg, each

  • A6531

    Short descriptor: Compress stking bk30-40 surg

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 30-40 mmhg, used as a surgical dressing, each

  • A6532

    Short descriptor: Compress stking bk40-50 surg

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 40-50 mmhg, used as a surgical dressing, each

  • A6533

    Short descriptor: Gc stocking thighlngth 18-30

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 18-30 mmhg, each

  • A6534

    Short descriptor: Gc stocking thighlngth 30-40

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 30-40 mmhg, each

  • A6535

    Short descriptor: Gc stocking thighlngth 40+

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 40 mmhg or greater, each

  • A6536

    Short descriptor: Gc stocking full lngth 18-30

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 18-30 mmhg, each

  • A6537

    Short descriptor: Gc stocking full lngth 30-40

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 30-40 mmhg, each

  • A6538

    Short descriptor: Gc stocking full lngth 40+

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 40 mmhg or greater, each

  • A6539

    Short descriptor: Gc stocking waistlngth 18-30

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, waist length, 18-30 mmhg, each

  • A6540

    Short descriptor: Gc stocking waistlngth 30-40

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, waist length, 30-40 mmhg, each

  • A6541

    Short descriptor: Gc stocking waistlngth 40+

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, waist length, 40 mmhg or greater, each

  • A6544

    Short descriptor: Gc stocking garter belt

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, garter belt

  • A6545

    Short descriptor: Grad com non-elastic bk surg

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression wrap, non-elastic, below knee, 30-50 mmhg, used as a surgical dressing, each

  • A6548

    Short descriptor: Acces cust grad silic band

    Long descriptor: Accessory to custom gradient compression garment, silicone band, any size

  • A6549

    Short descriptor: Grad com garm noc day use

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, not otherwise specified, for daytime use, each

  • A6552

    Short descriptor: Grad com stocking bk 30-40

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 30-40 mmhg, each

  • A6553

    Short descriptor: G com stcking bk 30-40 custm

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 30-40 mmhg, custom, each

  • A6554

    Short descriptor: Grad com stocking bk 40+

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 40 mmhg or greater, each

  • A6555

    Short descriptor: G com stcking bk 40+ custm

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 40 mmhg or greater, custom, each

  • A6556

    Short descriptor: G com stcking thgh18-30 cust

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 18-30 mmhg, custom, each

  • A6557

    Short descriptor: G com stcking thgh30-40 cust

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 30-40 mmhg, custom, each

  • A6558

    Short descriptor: G com stcking thgh 40+ cust

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, thigh length, 40 mmhg or greater, custom, each

  • A6559

    Short descriptor: G stckng full/chap18-30 cust

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 18-30 mmhg, custom, each

  • A6560

    Short descriptor: G stckng full/chap30-40 cust

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 30-40 mmhg, custom, each

  • A6561

    Short descriptor: G stockng full/chap 40+ cust

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, full length/chap style, 40 mmhg or greater, custom, each

  • A6562

    Short descriptor: G com stckng waist18-30 cust

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, waist length, 18-30 mmhg, custom, each

  • A6563

    Short descriptor: G com stckng waist30-40 cust

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, waist length, 30-40 mmhg, custom, each

  • A6564

    Short descriptor: G com stckng waist 40+ cust

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression stocking, waist length, 40 mmhg or greater, custom, each

  • A6565

    Short descriptor: Grad comp gauntlet custom

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression gauntlet, custom, each

  • A6566

    Short descriptor: Grad com garment neck/head

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, neck/head, each

  • A6567

    Short descriptor: G com garment neck/head cust

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, neck/head, custom, each

  • A6568

    Short descriptor: G com garment torso/shldr

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, torso and shoulder, each

  • A6569

    Short descriptor: G com garmnt torso/shdr cust

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, torso/shoulder, custom, each

  • A6570

    Short descriptor: Grad com garment genital

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, genital region, each

  • A6571

    Short descriptor: G com garment genital custm

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, genital region, custom, each

  • A6572

    Short descriptor: Grad com garment toe caps

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, toe caps, each

  • A6573

    Short descriptor: Grad com garmnt toe cap cust

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression garment, toe caps, custom, each

  • A6574

    Short descriptor: Custom gradient sleev/glov

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression arm sleeve and glove combination, custom, each

  • A6575

    Short descriptor: Gradient comp sleev/glov

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression arm sleeve and glove combination, each

  • A6576

    Short descriptor: Custom grad com sleeve med

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression arm sleeve, custom, medium weight, each

  • A6577

    Short descriptor: Custom grad cm sleeve heavy

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression arm sleeve, custom, heavy weight, each

  • A6578

    Short descriptor: Gradient comp sleeve

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression arm sleeve, each

  • A6579

    Short descriptor: Custom grad com glove med

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression glove, custom, medium weight, each

  • A6580

    Short descriptor: Custom grad com glove heavy

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression glove, custom, heavy weight, each

  • A6581

    Short descriptor: Gradient comp glove

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression glove, each

  • A6582

    Short descriptor: Gradient comp gauntlet

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression gauntlet, each

  • A6583

    Short descriptor: Grad com wrap w straps bk

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression wrap with adjustable straps, below knee, each

  • A6584

    Short descriptor: Grad com wrap w straps

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression wrap with adjustable straps, not otherwise specified

  • A6585

    Short descriptor: Grad com wrap w straps ak

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression wrap with adjustable straps, above knee, each

  • A6586

    Short descriptor: Grad com wrap w strap fu leg

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression wrap with adjustable straps, full leg, each

  • A6587

    Short descriptor: Grad com wrap w straps foot

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression wrap with adjustable straps, foot, each

  • A6588

    Short descriptor: Grad com wrap w strap arm

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression wrap with adjustable straps, arm, each

  • A6589

    Short descriptor: Grad com wrap w straps bra

    Long descriptor: Gradient pressure wrap with adjustable straps, bra, each

  • A6593

    Short descriptor: Grad com accessory gmt_wrap

    Long descriptor: Accessory for gradient compression garment or wrap with adjustable straps, not-otherwise specified

  • A6594

    Short descriptor: G comp bandge liner lwr extr

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression bandaging supply, bandage liner, lower extremity, any size or length, each

  • A6595

    Short descriptor: G comp bandge liner upr extr

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression bandaging supply, bandage liner, upper extremity, any size or length, each

  • A6596

    Short descriptor: G comp bandge conform gauze

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression bandaging supply, conforming gauze, per linear yard, any width, each

  • A6597

    Short descriptor: G comp bandage long stretch

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression bandage roll, elastic long stretch, linear yard, any width, each

  • A6598

    Short descriptor: G comp bandage med stretch

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression bandage roll, elastic medium stretch, per linear yard, any width, each

  • A6599

    Short descriptor: G comp bandage short stretch

    Long descriptor: Gradient compression bandage roll, inelastic short stretch, per linear yard, any width, each

Negative pressure wound therapy1 code

  • A6550

    Short descriptor: Neg pres wound ther drsg set

    Long descriptor: Wound care set, for negative pressure wound therapy electrical pump, includes all supplies and accessories

External urinary catheters2 codes

  • A6590

    Short descriptor: Urinary cath disp suc pump

    Long descriptor: External urinary catheters; disposable, with wicking material, for use with suction pump, per month

  • A6591

    Short descriptor: Urinary cath suc pump

    Long descriptor: External urinary catheter; non-disposable, for use with suction pump, per month

Tape2 codes

  • A4450

    Short descriptor: Non-waterproof tape

    Long descriptor: Tape, non-waterproof, per 18 square inches

  • A4452

    Short descriptor: Waterproof tape

    Long descriptor: Tape, waterproof, per 18 square inches

About this list

Where the descriptors come from

Level II HCPCS codes and descriptors are maintained by CMS. This list is taken from the October 2026 Alpha-Numeric HCPCS File on CMS's HCPCS quarterly update page (updated September 23, 2026) and includes every A6000–A6599 code with no termination date as of October 6, 2026, plus tape codes A4450 and A4452.

The descriptors say what each code covers; they don't decide coverage or payment for a claim. Confirm final coding with your billing staff.

Source

  1. 1HCPCS Quarterly Update — October 2026 Alpha-Numeric HCPCS FileCMS · File updated September 23, 2026 (HCPC2026_OCT_ANWEB_09232026); descriptors extracted October 6, 2026

Medicare details checked against CMS sources on October 6, 2026. Not billing, coding or legal advice.

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