HCPCS Level II · Temporary national codes (non-Medicare)
S8948Application of a modality (requiring constant provider attendance) to one or more areas; low-level laser; each 15 minutes
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Source: CMS HCPCS quarterly update, October 2026. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About S8948
S8948 is an HCPCS Level II code in the S series (temporary national codes (non-Medicare)), describing application of a modality (requiring constant provider attendance) to one or more areas; low-level laser; each 15 minutes.
It was added to HCPCS effective 01/01/2004.
Its Medicare coverage code is "I", meaning it is not payable by Medicare (another code or method is used).
Details
- Short description
- Low-level laser trmt 15 min
- Date added
- 01/01/2004
- Action effective
- 01/01/2004
- BETOS
- Z2
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Common questions about S8948
Is HCPCS S8948 still valid?
- Yes. S8948 is active in the CMS October 2026 HCPCS file.
Does Medicare cover S8948?
- Its coverage code is "I": it is not payable by Medicare (another code or method is used). Check the local coverage determination for your region.