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HCPCS Code for Ambulance service, outside state per mile, transport (Medicaid only) A0021

HCPCS code A0021 for Ambulance service, outside state per mile, transport (Medicaid only) as maintained by CMS falls under Ambulance and Other Transport Services and Supplies.

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Ambulance service, outside state per mile, transport (Medicaid only)

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