S9996Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare)
Meals for clinical trial participant and one caregiver/companion
Short description: Meals for clinical trial par
- Effective date
- January 1, 2000
- Termination date
- —
Related codes (S-series)
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Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code S9996?
S9996 is a HCPCS Level II code for Meals for clinical trial participant and one caregiver/companion.
What category is HCPCS code S9996 in?
S9996 falls under the Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) category of HCPCS Level II.
When did HCPCS code S9996 become effective?
S9996 has been effective since January 1, 2000, 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.