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Last Verified: September 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Light compression bandage, elastic, knitted/woven, width greater than or equal to 5 inches, per yard
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Medical And Surgical Supplies Bandages |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for A6450 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS A6450 by major payers:
$2.09
$1.35
$2.57
$2.85
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HCPCS A6450
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Chu Chen
Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.
$4.49Published rateDayal Raja
Slocum Dickson Medical Group PLLC
$1.50Published rateBrittany Ptachick
Hroa 401k Plan
$1.22Published rateAmy Moore
Bama Heart Doc, PC Dba Alabama Heart & Vascular Medicine
$1.03Published rateTatyana Antonevich
Slocum Dickson Medical Group PLLC
$0.81Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS A6450 vs. Other Bandages Codes
The HCPCS A6450 code is part of the Medical And Surgical Supplies services used for Bandages. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The HCPCS A6450 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| A6449-HCPCS | Low | Light compression bandage, elastic, knitted/woven, width greater than or equal to 3 inches and less than 5 inches, per yard |
| A6450-HCPCS | Low | Light compression bandage, elastic, knitted/woven, width greater than or equal to 5 inches, per yard |
| A6451-HCPCS | Low | Moderate compression bandage, elastic, knitted/woven, load resistance of 1.25 to 1.34 foot pounds at 50% maximum stretch, width greater than or equal to 3 inches and less than 5 inches, per yard |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS A6450. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the A6450 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
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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