HCPCS Code E0953

Wheelchair accessory, lateral thigh or knee support, any type including fixed mounting hardware, each
Code effective Jan 01, 2018

HCPCS Section
Durable Medical Equipment (DME)

E0953 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Wheelchair accessory, lateral thigh or knee support, any type including fixed mounting hardware, each or (W/c lateral thigh/knee sup) for short. HCPCS E0953 has been effective since 01/01/2018 and applies to Used durable medical equipment (DME).

HCPCS Code Details - E0953

HCPCS Level II Code
Section E - Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
HCPCS Code E0953
Description

Long description:
Wheelchair accessory, lateral thigh or knee support, any type including fixed mounting hardware, each

Short description:
W/c lateral thigh/knee sup

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 D1D - Wheelchairs
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service A - Used durable medical equipment (DME)
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 2018
Date added Added Jan 01, 2018

See also

  • HCPCS E0952 · Toe loop/holder, any type, each

  • HCPCS E0956 · Wheelchair accessory, lateral trunk or hip support, any type, including fixed mounting hardware, each

  • HCPCS E0954 · Wheelchair accessory, foot box, any type, includes attachment and mounting hardware, each foot

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

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