38Occurrence CodeHome IV Therapy

Reports the start date of home IV therapy.

Related Home IV Therapy codes

39Reports the discharge date from continuous home IV therapy.

Frequently asked questions

What does occurrence code 38 mean?

Reports the start date of home IV therapy.

What category is occurrence code 38 in?

38 falls under the Home IV Therapy category of UB-04 occurrence codes.

Descriptions sourced from CMS Medicare Claims Processing Manual. Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making billing decisions.