A8005 HCPCS code: Powered, cable driven grip assist glove, hand, finger, includes microprocessor, pressure sensors, all components and accessories, custom fitted
A8005 is the HCPCS Level II code for powered, cable driven grip assist glove, hand, finger, includes microprocessor, pressure sensors, all components and accessories, custom fitted. Its Medicare coverage code is I (Not payable by Medicare): Medicare does not pay separately under this code; another code applies.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | A codes — Transportation, medical/surgical supplies and miscellaneous |
| Coverage code | I — Not payable by Medicare |
| Pricing indicator | 00 — Not separately priced by Medicare |
| BETOS category | Z2 |
| Added | 2026-04-01 |
| Last action effective | 2026-04-01 |
Related codes Medicare does pay
Medicare does not pay under A8005. These codes in the same A80 family carry a current DMEPOS fee:
- A8000 — Helmet, protective, soft, prefabricated, includes all components and accessories: $21.86–$262.20
- A8001 — Helmet, protective, hard, prefabricated, includes all components and accessories: $21.86–$262.20
What changed for A8005
- April 2026: Code appears in this HCPCS release
- 2026-04-01: A8005 added to HCPCS Level II
- Next scheduled CMS quarterly update (HCPCS and DMEPOS fee schedule): 2027-01-01
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code A8005?
A8005 is the HCPCS Level II code for powered, cable driven grip assist glove, hand, finger, includes microprocessor, pressure sensors, all components and accessories, custom fitted. Short descriptor: "Grip glove w microprocessor".
Does Medicare cover A8005?
Coverage code I — Not payable by Medicare. Medicare does not pay separately under this code; another code applies.
Which related codes does Medicare pay instead of A8005?
Codes in the same A80 family with a DMEPOS fee include A8000 ($21.86–$262.20), A8001 ($21.86–$262.20). Check the item matches the code's descriptor before billing.
Related A80 codes
- A8000 — Helmet, protective, soft, prefabricated, includes all components and accessories ($21.86–$262.20)
- A8001 — Helmet, protective, hard, prefabricated, includes all components and accessories ($21.86–$262.20)
- A8002 — Helmet, protective, soft, custom fabricated, includes all components and accessories
- A8003 — Helmet, protective, hard, custom fabricated, includes all components and accessories
- A8004 — Soft interface for helmet, replacement only
- A8006 — Powered, cable driven grip assist glove, hand, finger, includes pressure sensors, glove replacement only
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule; CMS NCCI MUE tables; CMS Medicare utilization (physician and DME supplier files); CMS Medicare Coverage Database articles. Fees are Medicare allowables, not commercial rates. Not billing or legal advice.