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HCPCS B4083: Levine-Type Stomach (Nasogastric) Tube
HCPCS Level II code B4083 denotes a Levine-type stomach tube, a nasogastric device used for gastric decompression, short-term enteral access, irrigation, or aspiration of gastric contents. Nationally, this code matters because it governs billing for a common durable medical supply used across acute and ambulatory care settings, influencing coverage, coding consistency, and supply management for hospitals, clinics, and home health providers. Key payers addressed in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will gain a concise overview of the code’s clinical context, typical sites of service, and payer coverage patterns. The publication outlines benchmarks where available, common billing modifiers, and practical documentation points that affect coding and claims adjudication. It also summarizes policy considerations relevant to supply classification and billing pathways for nasogastric devices. Where specific payer policies or coverage rules are not available in the input, the report notes that data is not available in the input. The content is intended for coding professionals, revenue cycle managers, and clinical staff seeking a focused reference on HCPCS Level II code B4083 and its role in procedural supply billing.
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Billing Code Overview
HCPCS Level II code B4083 represents a Levine-type stomach tube, a nasogastric tube typically used for gastric decompression, enteral access for short-term feeding, irrigation, or aspiration of gastric contents. The service type is a stomach (nasogastric) tube provision or supply. The typical site of service includes inpatient hospital settings, emergency departments, and outpatient clinics where nasogastric tube placement or supply is performed.
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