S9999 Sales tax
Also known as: sales tax, tax on medical supplies, state tax
Sales tax or applicable state and local taxes on medical goods, supplies, or services.
In Plain Language
tax on medical purchase; sales tax
Clinical Context
Administrative code for documenting applicable sales taxes on medical equipment, supplies, or services.
RVU Information
CPT S9999 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 S9999?
CPT S9999 (Sales tax) is a S Codes code. Sales tax or applicable state and local taxes on medical goods, supplies, or services.
Is S9999 covered by insurance?
S9999 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Administrative code for documenting applicable sales taxes on medical equipment, supplies, or services.
When is CPT S9999 used?
Administrative code for documenting applicable sales taxes on medical equipment, supplies, or services.
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