S9988Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare)

Services provided as part of a phase i clinical trial

Short description: Serv part of phase i trial

Effective date
April 1, 2004
Termination date

Related codes (S-series)

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code S9988?

S9988 is a HCPCS Level II code for Services provided as part of a phase i clinical trial.

What category is HCPCS code S9988 in?

S9988 falls under the Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) category of HCPCS Level II.

When did HCPCS code S9988 become effective?

S9988 has been effective since April 1, 2004, 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.