A0160 HCPCS code: Non-emergency transportation: per mile - case worker or social worker
A0160 is the HCPCS Level II code for non-emergency transportation: per mile - case worker or social worker. Its Medicare coverage code is I (Not payable by Medicare): Medicare does not pay separately under this code; another code applies.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | A codes — Transportation, medical/surgical supplies and miscellaneous |
| Coverage code | I — Not payable by Medicare |
| Pricing indicator | 00 — Not separately priced by Medicare |
| BETOS category | O1A — Ambulance |
| Added | 1984-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 1995-01-01 |
What changed for A0160
- 1984-01-01: A0160 added to HCPCS Level II
- Next scheduled CMS quarterly update (HCPCS and DMEPOS fee schedule): 2027-01-01
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code A0160?
A0160 is the HCPCS Level II code for non-emergency transportation: per mile - case worker or social worker. Short descriptor: "Noner transport case worker".
Does Medicare cover A0160?
Coverage code I — Not payable by Medicare. Medicare does not pay separately under this code; another code applies.
Related A01 codes
- A0100 — Non-emergency transportation; taxi
- A0110 — Non-emergency transportation and bus, intra or inter state carrier
- A0120 — Non-emergency transportation: mini-bus, mountain area transports, or other transportation systems
- A0130 — Non-emergency transportation: wheelchair van
- A0140 — Non-emergency transportation and air travel (private or commercial) intra or inter state
- A0170 — Transportation ancillary: parking fees, tolls, other
- A0180 — Non-emergency transportation: ancillary: lodging-recipient
- A0190 — Non-emergency transportation: ancillary: meals-recipient
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Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under A0160
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2025; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule; CMS NCCI MUE tables; CMS Medicare utilization (physician and DME supplier files); CMS Medicare Coverage Database articles. Fees are Medicare allowables, not commercial rates. Not billing or legal advice.