S4990Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare)

Nicotine patches, legend

Short description: Nicotine patch legend

Effective date
January 1, 2002
Termination date

Related codes (S-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code S4990?

S4990 is a HCPCS Level II code for Nicotine patches, legend.

What category is HCPCS code S4990 in?

S4990 falls under the Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code S4990 become effective?

S4990 has been effective since January 1, 2002, per CMS's quarterly HCPCS update.

HCPCS Level II data from CMS (public domain). HCPCS Level I (CPT) codes are not included — CPT is copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.