S9986Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare)
Not medically necessary service (patient is aware that service not medically
Short description: Not medically necessary svc
- Effective date
- January 1, 2002
- Termination date
- —
Related codes (S-series)
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Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code S9986?
S9986 is a HCPCS Level II code for Not medically necessary service (patient is aware that service not medically.
What category is HCPCS code S9986 in?
S9986 falls under the Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) category of HCPCS Level II.
When did HCPCS code S9986 become effective?
S9986 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.