HCPCS Code E2228

Manual wheelchair accessory, wheel braking system and lock, complete, each
Code effective Jul 01, 2016

HCPCS Section
Durable Medical Equipment (DME)

E2228 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Manual wheelchair accessory, wheel braking system and lock, complete, each or (Mwc acc, wheelchair brake) for short. HCPCS E2228 has been effective since 07/01/2016 and applies to Used durable medical equipment (DME).

HCPCS Code Details - E2228

HCPCS Level II Code
Section E - Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
HCPCS Code E2228
Description

Long description:
Manual wheelchair accessory, wheel braking system and lock, complete, each

Short description:
Mwc acc, wheelchair brake

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 D1D - Wheelchairs
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service A - Used durable medical equipment (DME)
Effective date Effective Jul 01, 2016
Date added Added Jan 01, 2008

See also

  • HCPCS E2227 · Manual wheelchair accessory, gear reduction drive wheel, each

  • HCPCS E0958 · Manual wheelchair accessory, one-arm drive attachment, each

  • HCPCS E0959 · Manual wheelchair accessory, adapter for amputee, each

  • HCPCS E0961 · Manual wheelchair accessory, wheel lock brake extension (handle), each

  • HCPCS E0966 · Manual wheelchair accessory, headrest extension, each

  • HCPCS E0967 · Manual wheelchair accessory, hand rim with projections, any type, replacement only, each

  • HCPCS E0971 · Manual wheelchair accessory, anti-tipping device, each

  • HCPCS E0974 · Manual wheelchair accessory, anti-rollback device, each

  • HCPCS E0983 · Manual wheelchair accessory, power add-on to convert manual wheelchair to motorized wheelchair, joystick control

  • HCPCS E0984 · Manual wheelchair accessory, power add-on to convert manual wheelchair to motorized wheelchair, tiller control

  • HCPCS E0986 · Manual wheelchair accessory, power assist system

  • HCPCS E0988 · Manual wheelchair accessory, lever-activated, wheel drive, pair

  • HCPCS E0992 · Manual wheelchair accessory, solid seat insert

  • HCPCS E2201 · Manual wheelchair accessory, nonstandard seat frame, width greater than or equal to 20 inches and less than 24 inches

  • HCPCS E2202 · Manual wheelchair accessory, nonstandard seat frame width, 24-27 inches

  • HCPCS E2203 · Manual wheelchair accessory, nonstandard seat frame depth, 20 to less than 22 inches

  • HCPCS E2230 · Manual wheelchair accessory, manual standing system

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