S8421 HCPCS code: Gradient pressure aid (sleeve and glove combination), ready made
S8421 is the HCPCS Level II code for gradient pressure aid (sleeve and glove combination), ready made. 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 | 2002-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2002-01-01 |
What changed for S8421
- 2002-01-01: S8421 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 S8421?
S8421 is the HCPCS Level II code for gradient pressure aid (sleeve and glove combination), ready made. Short descriptor: "Ready gradient sleev/glov".
Does Medicare cover S8421?
Coverage code I — Not payable by Medicare. Medicare does not pay separately under this code; another code applies.
Related S84 codes
- S8415 — Supplies for home delivery of infant
- S8420 — Gradient pressure aid (sleeve and glove combination), custom made
- S8422 — Gradient pressure aid (sleeve), custom made, medium weight
- S8423 — Gradient pressure aid (sleeve), custom made, heavy weight
- S8424 — Gradient pressure aid (sleeve), ready made
- S8425 — Gradient pressure aid (glove), custom made, medium weight
- S8426 — Gradient pressure aid (glove), custom made, heavy weight
- S8427 — Gradient pressure aid (glove), ready made
- S8428 — Gradient pressure aid (gauntlet), ready made
- S8429 — Gradient pressure exterior wrap
- S8430 — Padding for compression bandage, roll
- S8431 — Compression bandage, roll
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Next steps
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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.