HCPCS Code E1016

Shock absorber for power wheelchair, each
Code effective Jan 01, 2003

HCPCS Section
Durable Medical Equipment (DME)

E1016 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Shock absorber for power wheelchair, each or (Shock absorber for power w/c) for short. HCPCS E1016 has been effective since 01/01/2003 and applies to Used durable medical equipment (DME).

HCPCS Code Details - E1016

HCPCS Level II Code
Section E - Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
HCPCS Code E1016
Description

Long description:
Shock absorber for power wheelchair, each

Short description:
Shock absorber for power w/c

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 D - Special coverage instructions apply
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, 2003
Date added Added Jan 01, 2003

See also

  • HCPCS E1015 · Shock absorber for manual wheelchair, each

  • HCPCS E1017 · Heavy duty shock absorber for heavy duty or extra heavy duty manual wheelchair, each

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

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