HCPCS Code E0280

Bed cradle, any type
Code effective Jan 01, 1989

HCPCS Section
Durable Medical Equipment (DME)

E0280 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Bed cradle, any type or (Bed cradle) for short. HCPCS E0280 has been effective since 01/01/1989 and applies to Used durable medical equipment (DME).


HCPCS Code Details - E0280

HCPCS Level II Code
Section E - Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
HCPCS Code E0280
Description

Long description:
Bed cradle, any type

Short description:
Bed cradle

HCPCS Pricing indicator 32 - Inexpensive & routinely purchased DME (price subject to floors and ceilings)
Multiple pricing indicator A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Coverage code C - Carrier judgment
BETOS2 code D1B - Hospital beds
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service A - Used durable medical equipment (DME)
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 1989
Date added Added Jan 01, 1986

See also

  • HCPCS E0277 · Powered pressure-reducing air mattress

  • HCPCS E0290 · Hospital bed, fixed height, without side rails, with mattress

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2 BETOS stands for “Berenson-Eggers Type Of Service”


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