A4315 HCPCS code: Insertion tray with drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way, all silicone
A4315 is the HCPCS Level II code for insertion tray with drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way, all silicone. The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $31.95 to $48.37 depending on the state. Its Medicare coverage code is D (Special coverage instructions apply): Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met. The NCCI unit limit is 3 per day on DME suppliers. Medicare volume fell 39% from 2022 to 2024 (19,738 to 12,067 services). In 2024, 300 suppliers billed Medicare for A4315 (purchases), serving 2,468 beneficiaries; Texas, Pennsylvania, Ohio accounted for 20% of services. Its average fee ranks 57 of 68 A43 codes (family range $0.05–$878.06).
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | A codes — Transportation, medical/surgical supplies and miscellaneous |
| Coverage code | D — Special coverage instructions apply |
| Pricing indicator | 37 — DMEPOS: ostomy, tracheostomy and urological supplies |
| BETOS category | D1F — Prosthetic and orthotic devices |
| Added | 1990-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 1990-01-01 |
2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule for A4315
| Modifier | Meaning | Lowest state fee | Highest state fee | Ceiling | Floor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | base fee | $31.95 | $48.37 | $37.59 | $31.95 |
| State | Modifier | Fee | Rural fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK | — | $45.23 | — |
| AL | — | $31.95 | — |
| AR | — | $36.10 | — |
| AZ | — | $37.59 | — |
| CA | — | $37.59 | — |
| CO | — | $37.59 | — |
| CT | — | $31.95 | — |
| DC | — | $36.78 | — |
| DE | — | $36.78 | — |
| FL | — | $31.95 | — |
| GA | — | $31.95 | — |
| HI | — | $48.37 | — |
| IA | — | $37.59 | — |
| ID | — | $31.95 | — |
| IL | — | $37.59 | — |
| IN | — | $37.59 | — |
| KS | — | $37.59 | — |
| KY | — | $37.59 | — |
| LA | — | $36.03 | — |
| MA | — | $31.95 | — |
| MD | — | $31.95 | — |
| ME | — | $31.95 | — |
| MI | — | $37.59 | — |
| MN | — | $37.59 | — |
| MO | — | $37.59 | — |
| MS | — | $37.59 | — |
| MT | — | $32.82 | — |
| NC | — | $37.59 | — |
| ND | — | $37.59 | — |
| NE | — | $37.59 | — |
| NH | — | $31.95 | — |
| NJ | — | $36.78 | — |
| NM | — | $33.51 | — |
| NV | — | $37.59 | — |
| NY | — | $37.59 | — |
| OH | — | $37.59 | — |
| OK | — | $34.91 | — |
| OR | — | $31.95 | — |
| PA | — | $36.78 | — |
| PR | — | $36.59 | — |
| RI | — | $31.95 | — |
| SC | — | $37.59 | — |
| SD | — | $37.59 | — |
| TN | — | $37.59 | — |
| TX | — | $36.65 | — |
| UT | — | $37.59 | — |
| VA | — | $31.95 | — |
| VI | — | $37.59 | — |
| VT | — | $31.95 | — |
| WA | — | $37.59 | — |
| WI | — | $37.59 | — |
| WV | — | $37.59 | — |
| WY | — | $37.04 | — |
How the A4315 fee compares
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rank among 68 A43 codes (lowest = 1) | 57 |
| Family fee range (average of state fees) | $0.05–$878.06 |
| Rural fee uplift | — |
Who bills A4315 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Suppliers billing rentals | — |
| Suppliers billing purchases | 300 |
| Referring clinicians | 2,119 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 2,468 |
| States with claims | 51 |
| Share of services in top 3 states (Texas, Pennsylvania, Ohio) | 20% |
| Year | Suppliers | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 281 | 4,835 |
| 2023 | 305 | 4,040 |
| 2024 | 300 | 2,468 |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for A4315, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 19,738 | 4,835 | $31.18 | $23.23 |
| 2023 | 18,505 | 4,040 | $33.79 | $24.69 |
| 2024 | 12,067 | 2,468 | $34.60 | $25.55 |
States with the most A4315 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1,004 | $26.37 |
| Pennsylvania | 751 | $25.99 |
| Ohio | 680 | $27.29 |
| New York | 625 | $26.37 |
| Indiana | 581 | $27.32 |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| DME suppliers | 3 | Published Contractor Policy |
| outpatient hospital claims | 2 | Clinical: Data |
Medicare policy articles for this code
- A52521: Urological Supplies - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC)) — mentions this code in its coding guidance
Covered diagnoses (1 ICD-10-CM codes)
The diagnoses most often listed as covered in the policy articles above:
| ICD-10-CM | Diagnosis | Articles listing it |
|---|---|---|
| N39.3 | Stress incontinence (female) (male) | 1 |
What changed for A4315
- 2026-01-01: Average state fee rose 2.0%: $35.46 to $36.17
- 1990-01-01: A4315 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 A4315?
A4315 is the HCPCS Level II code for insertion tray with drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way, all silicone. Short descriptor: "Cath w/drainage 2-way silcne".
How much does Medicare pay for A4315?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule, non-rural state fees are base (base fee): $31.95–$48.37. Rural fees can be higher.
Does Medicare cover A4315?
Coverage code D — Special coverage instructions apply. Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met.
Which diagnoses support coverage for A4315?
Medicare policy articles that cite A4315 list 1 covered ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes across 1 article. The most cited include N39.3 (Stress incontinence (female) (male)). A listed diagnosis is necessary but not sufficient; the policy's other criteria still apply.
Did the Medicare fee for A4315 change in 2026?
The average non-rural state fee moved from $35.46 in 2025 to $36.17 in 2026 (+2.0%). CMS's next quarterly HCPCS and DMEPOS update takes effect January 1, 2027.
How many units of A4315 can be billed per day?
3 on DME suppliers; 2 on outpatient hospital claims (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
Related A43 codes
- A4300 — Implantable access catheter, (e.g., venous, arterial, epidural subarachnoid, or peritoneal, etc.) external access
- A4301 — Implantable access total catheter, port/reservoir (e.g., venous, arterial, epidural, subarachnoid, peritoneal, etc.)
- A4305 — Disposable drug delivery system, flow rate of 50 ml or greater per hour
- A4306 — Disposable drug delivery system, flow rate of less than 50 ml per hour
- A4310 — Insertion tray without drainage bag and without catheter (accessories only) ($9.36–$25.22)
- A4311 — Insertion tray without drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way latex with coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer or hydrophilic, etc.) ($16.05–$28.00)
- A4312 — Insertion tray without drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way, all silicone ($21.85–$36.59)
- A4313 — Insertion tray without drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, three-way, for continuous irrigation ($22.44–$40.49)
- A4314 — Insertion tray with drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way latex with coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer or hydrophilic, etc.) ($30.63–$41.77)
- A4316 — Insertion tray with drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, three-way, for continuous irrigation ($34.40–$48.37)
- A4318 — Female external urinary collection cup, with or without ring attachment, per day
- A4320 — Irrigation tray with bulb or piston syringe, any purpose ($6.34–$8.42)
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026; 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.