How To Use HCPCS Code A0110

HCPCS code A0110 describes non-emergency transportation services provided by a bus, whether it is an intra or inter-state carrier. This code is used to identify transportation services for patients who require assistance in reaching their healthcare appointments or facilities but do not have an urgent medical condition. It is important to note that this code is not applicable for emergency situations where immediate medical attention is required.

1. What is HCPCS A0110?

HCPCS code A0110 is an alphanumeric code that is used to identify non-emergency transportation services provided by a bus. It is specifically used for intra or inter-state carriers. This code is not applicable for emergency situations where immediate medical attention is required. Instead, it is used for patients who need assistance in reaching their healthcare appointments or facilities but do not have an urgent medical condition.

2. Official Description

The official description of HCPCS code A0110 is “Non-emergency transportation and bus, intra or inter-state carrier.” The short description for this code is “Nonemergency transport bus.”

3. Procedure

1. The healthcare provider arranges for non-emergency transportation services for the patient.
2. The patient is transported to their healthcare appointment or facility using a bus.
3. The transportation service ensures that the patient reaches their destination safely and on time.

4. When to use HCPCS code A0110

HCPCS code A0110 should be used when a patient requires non-emergency transportation services provided by a bus. This code is applicable for patients who need assistance in reaching their healthcare appointments or facilities but do not have an urgent medical condition. It is important to note that this code is not used for emergency situations where immediate medical attention is required.

5. Billing Guidelines and Documentation Requirements

When billing for non-emergency transportation services using HCPCS code A0110, healthcare providers need to ensure that the following documentation requirements are met:

• Documentation of the patient’s medical condition and the need for non-emergency transportation services
• Documentation of the date and time of the transportation service
• Documentation of the distance traveled
• Documentation of any additional services provided during the transportation

6. Historical Information and Code Maintenance

HCPCS code A0110 was added to the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System on January 01, 1984. There have been no maintenance actions taken for this code, as indicated by the action code N, which means no maintenance for this code.

7. Medicare and Insurance Coverage

HCPCS code A0110 is not payable by Medicare, as indicated by the coverage code I, which means it is not payable by Medicare. The pricing indicator code for this code is 00, which means the service is not separately priced by Part B. This could be due to the service not being covered, bundled, or used by Part A only. The multiple pricing indicator code is 9, which means it is not applicable as HCPCS is not priced separately by Part B or the value is not established.

8. Examples

Here are five examples of when HCPCS code A0110 should be billed:

1. A patient requires transportation from their home to a medical clinic for a routine check-up.
2. A patient needs transportation from a nursing home to a hospital for a scheduled outpatient procedure.
3. A patient requires transportation from a rehabilitation center to a specialist’s office for a follow-up appointment.
4. A patient needs transportation from a residential care facility to a diagnostic imaging center for an MRI scan.
5. A patient requires transportation from a hospice facility to a pharmacy to pick up medication.