P7001 HCPCS code: Culture, bacterial, urine; quantitative, sensitivity study
P7001 is the HCPCS Level II code for culture, bacterial, urine; quantitative, sensitivity study. Its Medicare coverage code is I (Not payable by Medicare): Medicare does not pay separately under this code; another code applies.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | P codes — Pathology and laboratory services |
| Coverage code | I — Not payable by Medicare |
| Pricing indicator | 00 — Not separately priced by Medicare |
| BETOS category | T1H |
| Added | 1986-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 1996-01-01 |
What changed for P7001
- 1986-01-01: P7001 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 P7001?
P7001 is the HCPCS Level II code for culture, bacterial, urine; quantitative, sensitivity study. Short descriptor: "Culture bacterial urine".
Does Medicare cover P7001?
Coverage code I — Not payable by Medicare. Medicare does not pay separately under this code; another code applies.
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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.