HCPCS Code E0490

Power source and control electronics unit for oral device/appliance for neuromuscular electrical stimulation of the tongue muscle, controlled by hardware remote
Code effective Oct 01, 2023

HCPCS Section
Durable Medical Equipment (DME)

E0490 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Power source and control electronics unit for oral device/appliance for neuromuscular electrical stimulation of the tongue muscle, controlled by hardware remote or (Control unit nm hw remote) for short. HCPCS E0490 has been effective since 10/01/2023 and applies to Rental of DME.

HCPCS Code Details - E0490

HCPCS Level II Code
Section E - Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
HCPCS Code E0490
Description

Long description:
Power source and control electronics unit for oral device/appliance for neuromuscular electrical stimulation of the tongue muscle, controlled by hardware remote

Short description:
Control unit nm hw remote

HCPCS Pricing indicator 36 - Capped rental 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 D1E - Other DME
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service R - Rental of DME
Effective date Effective Oct 01, 2023
Date added Added Oct 01, 2023

See also

  • HCPCS E0487 · Spirometer, electronic, includes all accessories

  • HCPCS E0492 · Power source and control electronics unit for oral device/appliance for neuromuscular electrical stimulation of the tongue muscle, controlled by phone application

  • HCPCS K1028 · Power source and control electronics unit for oral device/appliance for neuromuscular electrical stimulation of the tongue muscle, controlled by phone application

  • HCPCS E0491 · Oral device/appliance for neuromuscular electrical stimulation of the tongue muscle, used in conjunction with the power source and control electronics unit, controlled by hardware remote, 90-day supply

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