A9570 HCPCS code: Indium in-111 labeled autologous white blood cells, diagnostic, per study dose
A9570 is the HCPCS Level II code for indium in-111 labeled autologous white blood cells, diagnostic, per study dose. In 2024 Medicare paid an average of $2,214.85 per service for A9570 across 102 services. 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 outpatient hospital claims. Medicare volume fell 27% from 2022 to 2024 (140 to 102 services). In 2024, about 55 clinicians billed Medicare for A9570 for 101 beneficiaries; Florida, California, Arizona accounted for 67% of services.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | A codes — Transportation, medical/surgical supplies and miscellaneous |
| Coverage code | C — Carrier judgment |
| Pricing indicator | 57 |
| BETOS category | I1E |
| Added | 2008-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2025-01-01 |
Who bills A9570 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Clinicians billing (by place of service) | 55 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 101 |
| States with claims | 5 |
| Share of services in top 3 states (Florida, California, Arizona) | 67% |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for A9570, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 140 | 138 | $2,702.06 | $2,159.88 |
| 2023 | 133 | 123 | $2,675.74 | $2,133.41 |
| 2024 | 102 | 101 | $2,781.26 | $2,214.85 |
States with the most A9570 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| California | 20 | $1,728.80 |
| Florida | 20 | $1,821.57 |
| Arizona | 19 | $3,426.52 |
| Texas | 15 | $1,731.71 |
| Maryland | 14 | $1,492.84 |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| outpatient hospital claims | 1 | Code Descriptor / CPT Instruction |
| practitioner claims | 1 | Code Descriptor / CPT Instruction |
What changed for A9570
- 2008-01-01: A9570 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 A9570?
A9570 is the HCPCS Level II code for indium in-111 labeled autologous white blood cells, diagnostic, per study dose. Short descriptor: "Indium in-111 auto wbc".
How much does Medicare pay for A9570?
In 2024, the average Medicare payment was $2,214.85 per service (average allowed $2,781.26).
Does Medicare cover A9570?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
How many units of A9570 can be billed per day?
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; 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.