S8940Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare)
Equestrian/hippotherapy, per session
Short description: Hippotherapy per session
- Effective date
- April 1, 2005
- Termination date
- —
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Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code S8940?
S8940 is a HCPCS Level II code for Equestrian/hippotherapy, per session.
What category is HCPCS code S8940 in?
S8940 falls under the Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) category of HCPCS Level II.
When did HCPCS code S8940 become effective?
S8940 has been effective since April 1, 2005, 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.