A6601 HCPCS code: Gradient compression bandaging supply, high density foam pad, any size or shape, each
A6601 is the HCPCS Level II code for gradient compression bandaging supply, high density foam pad, any size or shape, each. The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $3.45 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, 21 suppliers billed Medicare for A6601 (purchases), serving 112 beneficiaries. Its average fee ranks 6 of 10 A66 codes (family range $1.25–$226.38).
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 A6601
| Modifier | Meaning | Lowest state fee | Highest state fee | Ceiling | Floor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | base fee | $3.45 | $3.45 | — | — |
| State | Modifier | Fee | Rural fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK | — | $3.45 | — |
| AL | — | $3.45 | — |
| AR | — | $3.45 | — |
| AZ | — | $3.45 | — |
| CA | — | $3.45 | — |
| CO | — | $3.45 | — |
| CT | — | $3.45 | — |
| DC | — | $3.45 | — |
| DE | — | $3.45 | — |
| FL | — | $3.45 | — |
| GA | — | $3.45 | — |
| HI | — | $3.45 | — |
| IA | — | $3.45 | — |
| ID | — | $3.45 | — |
| IL | — | $3.45 | — |
| IN | — | $3.45 | — |
| KS | — | $3.45 | — |
| KY | — | $3.45 | — |
| LA | — | $3.45 | — |
| MA | — | $3.45 | — |
| MD | — | $3.45 | — |
| ME | — | $3.45 | — |
| MI | — | $3.45 | — |
| MN | — | $3.45 | — |
| MO | — | $3.45 | — |
| MS | — | $3.45 | — |
| MT | — | $3.45 | — |
| NC | — | $3.45 | — |
| ND | — | $3.45 | — |
| NE | — | $3.45 | — |
| NH | — | $3.45 | — |
| NJ | — | $3.45 | — |
| NM | — | $3.45 | — |
| NV | — | $3.45 | — |
| NY | — | $3.45 | — |
| OH | — | $3.45 | — |
| OK | — | $3.45 | — |
| OR | — | $3.45 | — |
| PA | — | $3.45 | — |
| PR | — | $3.45 | — |
| RI | — | $3.45 | — |
| SC | — | $3.45 | — |
| SD | — | $3.45 | — |
| TN | — | $3.45 | — |
| TX | — | $3.45 | — |
| UT | — | $3.45 | — |
| VA | — | $3.45 | — |
| VI | — | $3.45 | — |
| VT | — | $3.45 | — |
| WA | — | $3.45 | — |
| WI | — | $3.45 | — |
| WV | — | $3.45 | — |
| WY | — | $3.45 | — |
How the A6601 fee compares
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rank among 10 A66 codes (lowest = 1) | 6 |
| Family fee range (average of state fees) | $1.25–$226.38 |
| Rural fee uplift | — |
Who bills A6601 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Suppliers billing rentals | — |
| Suppliers billing purchases | 21 |
| Referring clinicians | 98 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 112 |
| States with claims | 2 |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for A6601, 2024–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 501 | 112 | $3.26 | $2.56 |
States with the most A6601 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 167 | $2.56 |
| California | 104 | $2.56 |
What changed for A6601
- 2026-01-01: Average state fee rose 2.7%: $3.36 to $3.45
- 2024-01-01: A6601 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 A6601?
A6601 is the HCPCS Level II code for gradient compression bandaging supply, high density foam pad, any size or shape, each. Short descriptor: "G com bandge hgh dn foam pad".
How much does Medicare pay for A6601?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule, non-rural state fees are base (base fee): $3.45. Rural fees can be higher.
Does Medicare cover A6601?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Did the Medicare fee for A6601 change in 2026?
The average non-rural state fee moved from $3.36 in 2025 to $3.45 in 2026 (+2.7%). CMS's next quarterly HCPCS and DMEPOS update takes effect January 1, 2027.
Related A66 codes
- A6600 — Gradient compression bandaging supply, high density foam sheet, per 250 square centimeters, each ($3.07–$3.07)
- A6602 — Gradient compression bandaging supply, high density foam roll for bandage, per linear yard, any width, each ($5.03–$5.03)
- A6603 — Gradient compression bandaging supply, low density channel foam sheet, per 250 square centimeters, each ($2.36–$2.36)
- A6604 — Gradient compression bandaging supply, low density flat foam sheet, per 250 square centimeters, each ($1.38–$1.38)
- A6605 — Gradient compression bandaging supply, padded foam, per linear yard, any width, each ($1.57–$1.57)
- A6606 — Gradient compression bandaging supply, padded textile, per linear yard, any width, each ($4.67–$4.67)
- A6607 — Gradient compression bandaging supply, tubular protective absorption layer, per linear yard, any width, each ($1.25–$1.25)
- A6608 — Gradient compression bandaging supply, tubular protective absorption padded layer, per linear yard, any width, each ($5.21–$5.21)
- A6609 — Gradient compression bandaging supply, not otherwise specified
- A6610 — Gradient compression stocking, below knee, 18-30 mmhg, custom, each ($226.38–$226.38)
- A6611 — Gradient compression wrap with adjustable straps, above knee, each, custom
- A6614 — Supplies and accessories for use with an external ocular negative pressure pump, any type, per month
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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.