Quick answer: A9282 is the HCPCS billing code most commonly used for a wig in insurance claims — its official descriptor is "wig, any type, each." When you or your provider submit a claim for a cranial prosthesis, A9282 is typically the code that identifies what was purchased. Some plans and providers also reference S8095 ("cranial prosthesis"), a code some commercial insurers recognize. Which code your plan wants — and whether it covers the item at all — is determined by your insurer, so verify before you buy.
What HCPCS codes are
HCPCS (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System) codes are the standardized labels the U.S. healthcare system uses to identify items and services on claims. They don't guarantee coverage — they simply tell the insurer precisely what the claim is for, so it can be processed under your plan's rules.
A9282 vs. S8095
A9282 is the general code for a wig of any type. S8095 is a code specifically describing a cranial prosthesis that some commercial plans use. Neither is "better" universally — the right one is whichever your insurer tells you to use. That's question one on your verification call: "Which code should my claim use for a cranial prosthesis — A9282 or S8095?"
How to use the code
Reference it when verifying benefits ("Does my plan cover code A9282 when prescribed by a physician?"), confirm your invoice includes it, and include it on your claim form where the item code is requested. Every ANIOR Medical prosthesis ships with an itemized invoice carrying the code reference, so your paperwork is claim-ready.
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Reviewed by the ANIOR Medical team · Updated July 2026. General information, not benefits advice.