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HCPCS Level II/B-Codes/B4189

B4189 HCPCS Level II Code: Parenteral nutrition solution; compounded amino acid and carbohydrates with electrolytes, trace elements, and vitamins, including preparation, any strength, 10 to 51 grams of protein - premix

Medicare Coverage & Payment

  • Medicare coverage: Special coverage instructions apply (CMS coverage code D)
  • Payment category: Parenteral and enteral nutrition (pricing indicator 39)
  • BETOS: O1C
  • Effective: January 1, 2002

Source: CMS HCPCS Level II release. Coverage codes indicate how Medicare treats the code, not whether a specific claim will be paid; payer policy and documentation still govern.

Official Registry Overview & Definition

Parenteral nutrition solution; compounded amino acid and carbohydrates with electrolytes, trace elements, and vitamins, including preparation, any strength, 10 to 51 grams of protein - premix is a HCPCS Level II code (B4189) for a Medicare-covered supply, service, or procedure. Short description: Parenteral sol amino acid &.

Nearest Codes in This Family

Official HCPCS Level II classifications closest to B4189 in its code family, with their registry titles.

  • B4168 — Parenteral nutrition solution; amino acid, 3.5%, (500 ml = 1 unit) - home mix
  • B4172 — Parenteral nutrition solution; amino acid, 5.5% through 7%, (500 ml = 1 unit) - home mix
  • B4176 — Parenteral nutrition solution; amino acid, 7% through 8.5%, (500 ml = 1 unit) - home mix
  • B4178 — Parenteral nutrition solution: amino acid, greater than 8.5% (500 ml = 1 unit) - home mix
  • B4180 — Parenteral nutrition solution; carbohydrates (dextrose), greater than 50% (500 ml = 1 unit) - home mix
  • B4185 — Parenteral nutrition solution, not otherwise specified, 10 grams lipids
  • B4187 — Omegaven, 10 grams lipids
  • B4193 — Parenteral nutrition solution; compounded amino acid and carbohydrates with electrolytes, trace elements, and vitamins, including preparation, any strength, 52 to 73 grams of protein - premix
  • B4197 — Parenteral nutrition solution; compounded amino acid and carbohydrates with electrolytes, trace elements and vitamins, including preparation, any strength, 74 to 100 grams of protein - premix
  • B4199 — Parenteral nutrition solution; compounded amino acid and carbohydrates with electrolytes, trace elements and vitamins, including preparation, any strength, over 100 grams of protein - premix