If a code starts with "S," what services does it usually pertain to?

Codes that begin with the letter "S" in the HCPCS Level II coding system typically refer to dental or long-term care services. This classification allows for specific identification and billing for certain health care services, particularly those that are not covered under the major categories of coding, such as procedures and equipment typically used in medical settings.

The use of "S" codes helps distinguish those services that are more specialized or less commonly used, such as those related to dental services or treatments required in long-term care facilities. This categorization ensures that providers can accurately bill for these services, which may not fall under standard medical practice and require unique considerations in both documentation and reimbursement processes. In contrast, other options pertain to entirely different categories within healthcare coding, which do not fall under the "S" designation.