43Occurrence CodeScheduling

Reports the originally scheduled date of a surgery that was later cancelled.

Related Scheduling codes

40Reports the date of a scheduled admission, for outpatient claims only.41Reports the date of the first pre-admission test, when an admission was scheduled in advance.

Frequently asked questions

What does occurrence code 43 mean?

Reports the originally scheduled date of a surgery that was later cancelled.

What category is occurrence code 43 in?

43 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.