A6596 HCPCS code: Gradient compression bandaging supply, conforming gauze, per linear yard, any width, each
A6596 is the HCPCS Level II code for gradient compression bandaging supply, conforming gauze, per linear yard, any width, each. The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $0.18 depending on the state. Its Medicare coverage code is C (Carrier judgment): Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case. In 2024, 47 suppliers billed Medicare for A6596 (purchases), serving 782 beneficiaries; New York, Arkansas, Florida accounted for 48% of services. Its average fee ranks 1 of 63 A65 codes (family range $0.18–$1,274.45).
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | A codes — Transportation, medical/surgical supplies and miscellaneous |
| Coverage code | C — Carrier judgment |
| Pricing indicator | 40 — DMEPOS: lymphedema compression treatment item |
| BETOS category | O1L |
| Added | 2024-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2024-01-01 |
2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule for A6596
| Modifier | Meaning | Lowest state fee | Highest state fee | Ceiling | Floor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | base fee | $0.18 | $0.18 | — | — |
| State | Modifier | Fee | Rural fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK | — | $0.18 | — |
| AL | — | $0.18 | — |
| AR | — | $0.18 | — |
| AZ | — | $0.18 | — |
| CA | — | $0.18 | — |
| CO | — | $0.18 | — |
| CT | — | $0.18 | — |
| DC | — | $0.18 | — |
| DE | — | $0.18 | — |
| FL | — | $0.18 | — |
| GA | — | $0.18 | — |
| HI | — | $0.18 | — |
| IA | — | $0.18 | — |
| ID | — | $0.18 | — |
| IL | — | $0.18 | — |
| IN | — | $0.18 | — |
| KS | — | $0.18 | — |
| KY | — | $0.18 | — |
| LA | — | $0.18 | — |
| MA | — | $0.18 | — |
| MD | — | $0.18 | — |
| ME | — | $0.18 | — |
| MI | — | $0.18 | — |
| MN | — | $0.18 | — |
| MO | — | $0.18 | — |
| MS | — | $0.18 | — |
| MT | — | $0.18 | — |
| NC | — | $0.18 | — |
| ND | — | $0.18 | — |
| NE | — | $0.18 | — |
| NH | — | $0.18 | — |
| NJ | — | $0.18 | — |
| NM | — | $0.18 | — |
| NV | — | $0.18 | — |
| NY | — | $0.18 | — |
| OH | — | $0.18 | — |
| OK | — | $0.18 | — |
| OR | — | $0.18 | — |
| PA | — | $0.18 | — |
| PR | — | $0.18 | — |
| RI | — | $0.18 | — |
| SC | — | $0.18 | — |
| SD | — | $0.18 | — |
| TN | — | $0.18 | — |
| TX | — | $0.18 | — |
| UT | — | $0.18 | — |
| VA | — | $0.18 | — |
| VI | — | $0.18 | — |
| VT | — | $0.18 | — |
| WA | — | $0.18 | — |
| WI | — | $0.18 | — |
| WV | — | $0.18 | — |
| WY | — | $0.18 | — |
How the A6596 fee compares
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rank among 63 A65 codes (lowest = 1) | 1 |
| Family fee range (average of state fees) | $0.18–$1,274.45 |
| Rural fee uplift | — |
Who bills A6596 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Suppliers billing rentals | — |
| Suppliers billing purchases | 47 |
| Referring clinicians | 612 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 782 |
| States with claims | 17 |
| Share of services in top 3 states (New York, Arkansas, Florida) | 48% |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for A6596, 2024–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 91,111 | 782 | $0.17 | $0.13 |
States with the most A6596 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 17,844 | $0.13 |
| Arkansas | 12,015 | $0.13 |
| Florida | 10,882 | $0.13 |
| Texas | 9,223 | $0.13 |
| California | 6,847 | $0.13 |
What changed for A6596
- 2024-01-01: A6596 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 A6596?
A6596 is the HCPCS Level II code for gradient compression bandaging supply, conforming gauze, per linear yard, any width, each. Short descriptor: "G comp bandge conform gauze".
How much does Medicare pay for A6596?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule, non-rural state fees are base (base fee): $0.18. Rural fees can be higher.
Does Medicare cover A6596?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Did the Medicare fee for A6596 change in 2026?
The average non-rural state fee moved from $0.18 in 2025 to $0.18 in 2026 (+0.0%). CMS's next quarterly HCPCS and DMEPOS update takes effect January 1, 2027.
Related A65 codes
- A6501 — Compression burn garment, bodysuit (head to foot), custom fabricated
- A6502 — Compression burn garment, chin strap, custom fabricated
- A6503 — Compression burn garment, facial hood, custom fabricated
- A6504 — Compression burn garment, glove to wrist, custom fabricated
- A6505 — Compression burn garment, glove to elbow, custom fabricated
- A6506 — Compression burn garment, glove to axilla, custom fabricated
- A6507 — Compression burn garment, foot to knee length, custom fabricated
- A6508 — Compression burn garment, foot to thigh length, custom fabricated
- A6509 — Compression burn garment, upper trunk to waist including arm openings (vest), custom fabricated
- A6510 — Compression burn garment, trunk, including arms down to leg openings (leotard), custom fabricated
- A6511 — Compression burn garment, lower trunk including leg openings (panty), custom fabricated
- A6512 — Compression burn garment, not otherwise classified
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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.