A0425 Ground mileage
Also known as: ground transport, ambulance mileage, ground ambulance
Ground ambulance transport service for patient movement via non-emergency ground vehicle with basic or advanced life support capability.
In Plain Language
ambulance ride to hospital; ground transport service
Clinical Context
Used for transporting patients requiring emergency or non-emergency medical care via ground ambulance. Typically billed per mile traveled.
RVU Information
CPT A0425 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 A0425?
CPT A0425 (Ground mileage) is a A Codes code. Ground ambulance transport service for patient movement via non-emergency ground vehicle with basic or advanced life support capability.
Does Medicare cover A0425?
Medicare coverage for A0425 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used for transporting patients requiring emergency or non-emergency medical care via ground ambulance. Typically billed per mile traveled. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A0425 used?
Used for transporting patients requiring emergency or non-emergency medical care via ground ambulance. Typically billed per mile traveled.
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