HCPCS Level II · Transportation, medical and surgical supplies
A9281Reaching/grabbing device, any type, any length, each
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Source: CMS HCPCS quarterly update, October 2026. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About A9281
A9281 is an HCPCS Level II code in the A series (transportation, medical and surgical supplies), describing reaching/grabbing device, any type, any length, each.
It was added to HCPCS effective 01/01/2006.
Its Medicare coverage code is "S", meaning it is not covered by Medicare by statute.
Details
- Short description
- Reaching/grabbing device
- Date added
- 01/01/2006
- Action effective
- 01/01/2006
- BETOS
- D1E
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- A9279Monitoring feature/device, stand-alone or integrated, any type, includes all accessories, components and electronics, not otherwise classified
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Common questions about A9281
Is HCPCS A9281 still valid?
- Yes. A9281 is active in the CMS October 2026 HCPCS file.
Does Medicare cover A9281?
- Its coverage code is "S": it is not covered by Medicare by statute. Check the local coverage determination for your region.