A4596 HCPCS code: Cranial electrotherapy stimulation (ces) system supplies and accessories, per month
A4596 is the HCPCS Level II code for cranial electrotherapy stimulation (ces) system supplies and accessories, per month. The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $40.40 to $49.25 depending on the state. Its Medicare coverage code is C (Carrier judgment): Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case. The NCCI unit limit is 1 per day on DME suppliers. Its average fee ranks 11 of 14 A45 codes (family range $0.13–$1,672.60).
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | A codes — Transportation, medical/surgical supplies and miscellaneous |
| Coverage code | C — Carrier judgment |
| Pricing indicator | 34 — DMEPOS: supplies necessary for the effective use of DME |
| BETOS category | D1E — Other durable medical equipment |
| Added | 2022-10-01 |
| Last action effective | 2022-10-01 |
2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule for A4596
| Modifier | Meaning | Lowest state fee | Highest state fee | Ceiling | Floor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | base fee | $40.40 | $49.25 | — | — |
| State | Modifier | Fee | Rural fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK | — | $40.40 | — |
| AL | — | $41.07 | — |
| AR | — | $41.07 | — |
| AZ | — | $40.40 | — |
| CA | — | $40.40 | — |
| CO | — | $41.07 | — |
| CT | — | $41.07 | — |
| DC | — | $41.07 | — |
| DE | — | $41.07 | — |
| FL | — | $41.07 | — |
| GA | — | $41.07 | — |
| HI | — | $40.40 | — |
| IA | — | $40.40 | — |
| ID | — | $40.40 | — |
| IL | — | $41.07 | — |
| IN | — | $41.07 | — |
| KS | — | $40.40 | — |
| KY | — | $41.07 | — |
| LA | — | $41.07 | — |
| MA | — | $41.07 | — |
| MD | — | $41.07 | — |
| ME | — | $41.07 | — |
| MI | — | $41.07 | — |
| MN | — | $41.07 | — |
| MO | — | $41.07 | — |
| MS | — | $41.07 | — |
| MT | — | $40.40 | — |
| NC | — | $41.07 | — |
| ND | — | $40.40 | — |
| NE | — | $40.40 | — |
| NH | — | $41.07 | — |
| NJ | — | $41.07 | — |
| NM | — | $41.07 | — |
| NV | — | $40.40 | — |
| NY | — | $41.07 | — |
| OH | — | $41.07 | — |
| OK | — | $41.07 | — |
| OR | — | $40.40 | — |
| PA | — | $41.07 | — |
| PR | — | $49.25 | — |
| RI | — | $41.07 | — |
| SC | — | $41.07 | — |
| SD | — | $40.40 | — |
| TN | — | $41.07 | — |
| TX | — | $41.07 | — |
| UT | — | $41.07 | — |
| VA | — | $41.07 | — |
| VI | — | $41.07 | — |
| VT | — | $41.07 | — |
| WA | — | $41.07 | — |
| WI | — | $41.07 | — |
| WV | — | $41.07 | — |
| WY | — | $40.40 | — |
How the A4596 fee compares
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rank among 14 A45 codes (lowest = 1) | 11 |
| Family fee range (average of state fees) | $0.13–$1,672.60 |
| Rural fee uplift | — |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| DME suppliers | 1 | Code Descriptor / CPT Instruction |
| outpatient hospital claims | 1 | Code Descriptor / CPT Instruction |
| practitioner claims | 1 | Code Descriptor / CPT Instruction |
What changed for A4596
- 2026-01-01: Average state fee rose 2.0%: $40.24 to $41.05
- 2022-10-01: A4596 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 A4596?
A4596 is the HCPCS Level II code for cranial electrotherapy stimulation (ces) system supplies and accessories, per month. Short descriptor: "Ces system monthly supp".
How much does Medicare pay for A4596?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule, non-rural state fees are base (base fee): $40.40–$49.25. Rural fees can be higher.
Does Medicare cover A4596?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Did the Medicare fee for A4596 change in 2026?
The average non-rural state fee moved from $40.24 in 2025 to $41.05 in 2026 (+2.0%). CMS's next quarterly HCPCS and DMEPOS update takes effect January 1, 2027.
How many units of A4596 can be billed per day?
1 on DME suppliers; 1 on outpatient hospital claims; 1 on practitioner claims (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
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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.