A0380 Basic life support mileage
Also known as: BLS mileage, basic ambulance mileage
Basic life support ambulance mileage charge for non-emergency or routine patient transport without advanced life support interventions.
In Plain Language
ambulance charge per mile
Clinical Context
Used to bill ambulance mileage charges for basic life support (BLS-level) transport when no advanced interventions are required.
RVU Information
CPT A0380 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.
Billing & Documentation
HCPCS A-codes cover medical supplies, equipment, and transport services. Documentation must establish medical necessity and include a physician order. For durable medical equipment (DME), a Certificate of Medical Necessity (CMN) or detailed written order may be required.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code A0380?
CPT A0380 (Basic life support mileage) is a A Codes code. Basic life support ambulance mileage charge for non-emergency or routine patient transport without advanced life support interventions.
Does Medicare cover A0380?
Medicare coverage for A0380 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used to bill ambulance mileage charges for basic life support (BLS-level) transport when no advanced interventions are required. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A0380 used?
Used to bill ambulance mileage charges for basic life support (BLS-level) transport when no advanced interventions are required.
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