40Occurrence CodeScheduling

Reports the date of a scheduled admission, for outpatient claims only.

Related Scheduling codes

41Reports the date of the first pre-admission test, when an admission was scheduled in advance.43Reports the originally scheduled date of a surgery that was later cancelled.

Frequently asked questions

What does occurrence code 40 mean?

Reports the date of a scheduled admission, for outpatient claims only.

What category is occurrence code 40 in?

40 falls under the Scheduling category of UB-04 occurrence codes.

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