2025 HCPCS code A6501

Compression burn garment, bodysuit (head to foot), custom fabricated.

Medical necessity for A6501 is established when a full-body compression garment is deemed essential for the treatment of burn injuries, promoting healing, reducing scarring, and managing associated complications like pain and edema. Documentation supporting the medical necessity should be maintained.

This code is reported when a patient receives a full-body compression burn garment. A trained professional designs, measures, and creates the garment to ensure a proper fit and targeted compression.

In simple words: This code covers a special, full-body suit used for burn patients. It's made-to-measure and helps to heal burns and reduce scarring.

This code covers a custom-fabricated compression burn garment designed to fit the entire body from head to foot.It is individually designed, measured, and sewn by a trained professional to provide varying pressure over burn areas, aiding in scar flattening, enhancing blood circulation, reducing pain, lubricating the affected area, and promoting healing.

Example 1: A patient with extensive burns covering a large percentage of their body requires a custom-fitted compression garment to aid in healing and scar management. Code A6501 is used to bill for the garment., A child with burns across their torso and limbs requires a compression bodysuit to minimize scarring and improve skin elasticity during the healing process. Code A6501 is reported., Following a severe burn injury, an adult patient needs a head-to-toe compression garment to manage pain, reduce edema, and facilitate wound healing.Code A6501 is used for billing purposes.

Documentation should include the diagnosis (burn injury), the location and extent of the burns, the need for the custom-fabricated compression garment, the measurements and specifications of the garment, and the involvement of a trained professional in the design and fitting process.

  • Payment Status: Active
  • Specialties:Burn care, Plastic surgery, Physical therapy
  • Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital, Office, Skilled Nursing Facility,Home
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