S0139 Minoxidil, 10 milligrams
Also known as: Loniten, minoxidil, vasodilator
Minoxidil oral medication at 10 milligrams, a vasodilator for hypertension.
In Plain Language
blood pressure medication; hypertension treatment; blood vessel relaxer
Clinical Context
Used for severe hypertension not controlled by other medications. Also available topically for androgenetic alopecia.
RVU Information
CPT S0139 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
S-codes are used by private payers (not Medicare) for services without a standard CPT or HCPCS code. Coverage varies significantly between insurers. Verify payer acceptance before billing and document medical necessity thoroughly.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code S0139?
CPT S0139 (Minoxidil, 10 milligrams) is a S Codes code. Minoxidil oral medication at 10 milligrams, a vasodilator for hypertension.
Is S0139 covered by insurance?
S0139 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Used for severe hypertension not controlled by other medications. Also available topically for androgenetic alopecia.
When is CPT S0139 used?
Used for severe hypertension not controlled by other medications. Also available topically for androgenetic alopecia.
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