S9981Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare)

Medical records copying fee, administrative

Short description: Med record copy admin

Effective date
January 1, 2002
Termination date

Related codes (S-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code S9981?

S9981 is a HCPCS Level II code for Medical records copying fee, administrative.

What category is HCPCS code S9981 in?

S9981 falls under the Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code S9981 become effective?

S9981 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.