HCPCS Code A5500: For Diabetic Only, Fitting (Including Follow-Up), Custom Preparation and Supply of Off-The-Shelf Depth Inlay Shoe Manufactured to Accommodate Multi-density Insert, Per Shoe

HCPCS A5500 is for diabetic off-the-shelf depth inlay shoe manufactured to accommodate multi-density insert, including fitting and follow-up, per shoe.

A5500 approved footwear is an off-the-shelf, leather or equivalent depth shoe for diabetics with closures, sizes, and widths for diabetic foot needs.

No, A5500 is diabetic therapeutic footwear, not an orthotic; it includes shoes designed to fit diabetic foot complications.

Yes, Medicare Part B covers A5500 shoes for eligible diabetics with physician certification and meeting specific diabetic foot condition criteria.