S9977 Meals per diem
Also known as: patient meals, medical meal service, per diem meals
Meal services or dietary provisions provided on a per-diem basis for patients receiving medical treatment away from home.
In Plain Language
meal assistance; food support
Clinical Context
Provides meal support for patients receiving treatment or undergoing procedures at facilities distant from their home.
RVU Information
CPT S9977 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 S9977?
CPT S9977 (Meals per diem) is a S Codes code. Meal services or dietary provisions provided on a per-diem basis for patients receiving medical treatment away from home.
Is S9977 covered by insurance?
S9977 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Provides meal support for patients receiving treatment or undergoing procedures at facilities distant from their home.
When is CPT S9977 used?
Provides meal support for patients receiving treatment or undergoing procedures at facilities distant from their home.
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