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HCPCS A6228 is classified under Medical And Surgical Supplies, in the Gauze Dressings subgroup.
Gauze, impregnated, water or normal saline, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Medical And Surgical Supplies Gauze Dressings |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $2.30 median of the 7 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for A6228 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS A6228 by major payers:
$1.54
BCBS / Anthem
$1.04
UnitedHealthcare
$1.12
Aetna
$1.45
Cigna
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HCPCS A6228
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
Chu Chen
Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.
$3.78Published ratePiedmont Newton Hospital, Inc., Newton Medical Center
Piedmont Newton Hospital Inc
$2.05Published rateColquitt Regional Medical Center
$1.07Published rateMeriwether County Hospital Authority, Warm Springs Medical Center
Meriwether Healthcare, LLC D/B/A Warm Springs Medical Center
$0.86Published rateBorbas Surgical Supply, Inc
Borbas Surgical Supply Inc
$0.56Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS A6228 vs. Other Gauze Dressings Codes
The table lists codes related to A6228. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| A6224-HCPCS | Low | Gauze, impregnated with other than water, normal saline, or hydrogel, sterile, pad size more than 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing |
| A6228-HCPCS | Low | Gauze, impregnated, water or normal saline, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing |
| A6229-HCPCS | Low | Gauze, impregnated, water or normal saline, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS A6228. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the A6228 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies
Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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