S9960 Air ambulanc nonemerg fixed
Also known as: air ambulance fixed-wing, airplane ambulance, fixed-wing air transport
Air ambulance transportation service using fixed-wing aircraft for non-emergency patient transport.
In Plain Language
airplane ambulance; emergency medical airplane
Clinical Context
Provides long-distance non-emergency air transportation for patients requiring transfer between hospitals or to specialized treatment centers.
RVU Information
CPT S9960 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 S9960?
CPT S9960 (Air ambulanc nonemerg fixed) is a S Codes code. Air ambulance transportation service using fixed-wing aircraft for non-emergency patient transport.
Is S9960 covered by insurance?
S9960 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Provides long-distance non-emergency air transportation for patients requiring transfer between hospitals or to specialized treatment centers.
When is CPT S9960 used?
Provides long-distance non-emergency air transportation for patients requiring transfer between hospitals or to specialized treatment centers.
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