A0100 is for a standard taxi (non-emergency transportation). A0130 is for a wheelchair van (non-emergency transportation). The choice depends on the specific type of vehicle required by the patient's medical condition.
HCPCS Code A0100: Non-Emergency Transportation; Taxi
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, a written physician or clinician order/attestation is almost always required to certify that the transportation is medically necessary and that the patient cannot safely use other means of transportation.
No. A0100 is explicitly for non-emergency transportation. Emergency transports require specific ambulance service codes (e.g., A0427 for Advanced Life Support, Emergency).
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