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A0390 Advanced life support mileag

A Codes

Also known as: ALS mileage, advanced ambulance mileage

Advanced life support ambulance mileage charge for emergency transport with paramedic-level interventions and monitoring.

In Plain Language

charge per mile for paramedic ambulance

Clinical Context

Used to bill ambulance mileage charges for Advanced Life Support (ALS-level) emergency transport with paramedic interventions.

RVU Information

CPT A0390 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

Ambulance ServicesEmergency Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code A0390?

CPT A0390 (Advanced life support mileag) is a A Codes code. Advanced life support ambulance mileage charge for emergency transport with paramedic-level interventions and monitoring.

Does Medicare cover A0390?

Medicare coverage for A0390 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used to bill ambulance mileage charges for Advanced Life Support (ALS-level) emergency transport with paramedic interventions. A physician order is typically required.

When is CPT A0390 used?

Used to bill ambulance mileage charges for Advanced Life Support (ALS-level) emergency transport with paramedic interventions.

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