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S9401 Anticoag clinic per session

S Codes

Also known as: anticoagulation clinic, INR clinic, warfarin clinic

Anticoagulation clinic per session provides specialized outpatient clinic visit for International Normalized Ratio (INR) monitoring and warfarin dose adjustment with clinician counseling.

In Plain Language

blood thinner monitoring clinic

Clinical Context

Used for patients on warfarin requiring regular INR monitoring and medication adjustment. Specialized clinic improves anticoagulation control and patient safety.

RVU Information

CPT S9401 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

HematologyInternal Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code S9401?

CPT S9401 (Anticoag clinic per session) is a S Codes code. Anticoagulation clinic per session provides specialized outpatient clinic visit for International Normalized Ratio (INR) monitoring and warfarin dose adjustment with clinician counseling.

Is S9401 covered by insurance?

S9401 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Used for patients on warfarin requiring regular INR monitoring and medication adjustment. Specialized clinic improves anticoagulation control and patient safety.

When is CPT S9401 used?

Used for patients on warfarin requiring regular INR monitoring and medication adjustment. Specialized clinic improves anticoagulation control and patient safety.

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