S3000 HCPCS code: Diabetic indicator; retinal eye exam, dilated, bilateral
S3000 is the HCPCS Level II code for diabetic indicator; retinal eye exam, dilated, bilateral. 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 | S codes — Temporary national codes (non-Medicare) |
| Coverage code | I — Not payable by Medicare |
| Pricing indicator | 00 — Not separately priced by Medicare |
| BETOS category | Z2 |
| Added | 2003-04-01 |
| Last action effective | 2003-04-01 |
What changed for S3000
- 2003-04-01: S3000 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 S3000?
S3000 is the HCPCS Level II code for diabetic indicator; retinal eye exam, dilated, bilateral. Short descriptor: "Bilat dil retinal exam".
Does Medicare cover S3000?
Coverage code I — Not payable by Medicare. Medicare does not pay separately under this code; another code applies.
Related S30 codes
- S3005 — Performance measurement, evaluation of patient self assessment, depression
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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.