A4456 HCPCS code: Adhesive remover, wipes, any type, each
A4456 is the HCPCS Level II code for adhesive remover, wipes, any type, each. The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $0.35 to $0.38 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. In 2024, 1,349 suppliers billed Medicare for A4456 (purchases), serving 60,739 beneficiaries; California, Florida, New York accounted for 22% of services. Its average fee ranks 2 of 42 A44 codes (family range $0.15–$160.42).
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 | 2010-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2010-01-01 |
2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule for A4456
| Modifier | Meaning | Lowest state fee | Highest state fee | Ceiling | Floor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | base fee | $0.35 | $0.38 | $0.35 | $0.30 |
| State | Modifier | Fee | Rural fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK | — | $0.36 | — |
| AL | — | $0.35 | — |
| AR | — | $0.35 | — |
| AZ | — | $0.35 | — |
| CA | — | $0.35 | — |
| CO | — | $0.35 | — |
| CT | — | $0.35 | — |
| DC | — | $0.35 | — |
| DE | — | $0.35 | — |
| FL | — | $0.35 | — |
| GA | — | $0.35 | — |
| HI | — | $0.38 | — |
| IA | — | $0.35 | — |
| ID | — | $0.35 | — |
| IL | — | $0.35 | — |
| IN | — | $0.35 | — |
| KS | — | $0.35 | — |
| KY | — | $0.35 | — |
| LA | — | $0.35 | — |
| MA | — | $0.35 | — |
| MD | — | $0.35 | — |
| ME | — | $0.35 | — |
| MI | — | $0.35 | — |
| MN | — | $0.35 | — |
| MO | — | $0.35 | — |
| MS | — | $0.35 | — |
| MT | — | $0.35 | — |
| NC | — | $0.35 | — |
| ND | — | $0.35 | — |
| NE | — | $0.35 | — |
| NH | — | $0.35 | — |
| NJ | — | $0.35 | — |
| NM | — | $0.35 | — |
| NV | — | $0.35 | — |
| NY | — | $0.35 | — |
| OH | — | $0.35 | — |
| OK | — | $0.35 | — |
| OR | — | $0.35 | — |
| PA | — | $0.35 | — |
| PR | — | $0.38 | — |
| RI | — | $0.35 | — |
| SC | — | $0.35 | — |
| SD | — | $0.35 | — |
| TN | — | $0.35 | — |
| TX | — | $0.35 | — |
| UT | — | $0.35 | — |
| VA | — | $0.35 | — |
| VI | — | $0.35 | — |
| VT | — | $0.35 | — |
| WA | — | $0.35 | — |
| WI | — | $0.35 | — |
| WV | — | $0.35 | — |
| WY | — | $0.35 | — |
How the A4456 fee compares
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rank among 42 A44 codes (lowest = 1) | 2 |
| Family fee range (average of state fees) | $0.15–$160.42 |
| Rural fee uplift | — |
Who bills A4456 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Suppliers billing rentals | — |
| Suppliers billing purchases | 1,349 |
| Referring clinicians | 39,281 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 60,739 |
| States with claims | 54 |
| Share of services in top 3 states (California, Florida, New York) | 22% |
| Year | Suppliers | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1,482 | 61,701 |
| 2023 | 1,442 | 60,491 |
| 2024 | 1,349 | 60,739 |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for A4456, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 12,301,101 | 61,701 | $0.29 | $0.22 |
| 2023 | 11,911,769 | 60,491 | $0.32 | $0.24 |
| 2024 | 12,310,683 | 60,739 | $0.33 | $0.25 |
States with the most A4456 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1,229,753 | $0.25 |
| Florida | 769,750 | $0.25 |
| New York | 722,264 | $0.25 |
| Texas | 678,404 | $0.25 |
| Pennsylvania | 597,231 | $0.25 |
Medicare policy articles for this code
- A52463: Facial Prostheses - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC)) — mentions this code in its coding guidance
- 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 A4456
- 2026-01-01: Average state fee rose 2.9%: $0.34 to $0.35
- 2010-01-01: A4456 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 A4456?
A4456 is the HCPCS Level II code for adhesive remover, wipes, any type, each. Short descriptor: "Adhesive remover, wipes".
How much does Medicare pay for A4456?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule, non-rural state fees are base (base fee): $0.35–$0.38. Rural fees can be higher.
Does Medicare cover A4456?
Coverage code D — Special coverage instructions apply. Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met.
Which diagnoses support coverage for A4456?
Medicare policy articles that cite A4456 list 1 covered ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes across 2 articles. 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 A4456 change in 2026?
The average non-rural state fee moved from $0.34 in 2025 to $0.35 in 2026 (+2.9%). CMS's next quarterly HCPCS and DMEPOS update takes effect January 1, 2027.
Related A44 codes
- A4400 — Ostomy irrigation set ($59.20–$90.97)
- A4402 — Lubricant, per ounce ($1.93–$5.70)
- A4404 — Ostomy ring, each ($2.03–$2.60)
- A4405 — Ostomy skin barrier, non-pectin based, paste, per ounce ($4.87–$5.76)
- A4406 — Ostomy skin barrier, pectin-based, paste, per ounce ($8.16–$9.78)
- A4407 — Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible, or accordion), extended wear, with built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each ($12.48–$14.94)
- A4408 — Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible or accordion), extended wear, with built-in convexity, larger than 4 x 4 inches, each ($14.07–$16.87)
- A4409 — Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible or accordion), extended wear, without built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each ($8.84–$10.60)
- A4410 — Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible or accordion), extended wear, without built-in convexity, larger than 4 x 4 inches, each ($12.88–$15.43)
- A4411 — Ostomy skin barrier, solid 4 x 4 or equivalent, extended wear, with built-in convexity, each ($7.26–$8.70)
- A4412 — Ostomy pouch, drainable, high output, for use on a barrier with flange (2 piece system), without filter, each ($3.86–$4.56)
- A4413 — Ostomy pouch, drainable, high output, for use on a barrier with flange (2 piece system), with filter, each ($7.85–$9.44)
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2025; 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.