E0743 HCPCS code: External lower extremity nerve stimulator for restless legs syndrome, each
E0743 is the HCPCS Level II code for external lower extremity nerve stimulator for restless legs syndrome, each. The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $242.20 (RR, rental (monthly)) depending on the state. Its Medicare coverage code is C (Carrier judgment): Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case. The NCCI unit limit is 2 per day on DME suppliers. In 2024, 1 suppliers billed Medicare for E0743 (rentals), serving 62 beneficiaries. Its average fee ranks 12 of 27 E07 codes billed RR (family range $6.81–$16,384.73).
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | E codes — Durable medical equipment |
| Coverage code | C — Carrier judgment |
| Pricing indicator | 36 — DMEPOS: capped rental item |
| BETOS category | D1E — Other durable medical equipment |
| Added | 2024-10-01 |
| Last action effective | 2024-10-01 |
2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule for E0743
| Modifier | Meaning | Lowest state fee | Highest state fee | Ceiling | Floor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RR | rental (monthly) | $242.20 | $242.20 | $242.20 | $205.87 |
| State | Modifier | Fee | Rural fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK | RR | $242.20 | — |
| AL | RR | $242.20 | — |
| AR | RR | $242.20 | — |
| AZ | RR | $242.20 | — |
| CA | RR | $242.20 | — |
| CO | RR | $242.20 | — |
| CT | RR | $242.20 | — |
| DC | RR | $242.20 | — |
| DE | RR | $242.20 | — |
| FL | RR | $242.20 | — |
| GA | RR | $242.20 | — |
| HI | RR | $242.20 | — |
| IA | RR | $242.20 | — |
| ID | RR | $242.20 | — |
| IL | RR | $242.20 | — |
| IN | RR | $242.20 | — |
| KS | RR | $242.20 | — |
| KY | RR | $242.20 | — |
| LA | RR | $242.20 | — |
| MA | RR | $242.20 | — |
| MD | RR | $242.20 | — |
| ME | RR | $242.20 | — |
| MI | RR | $242.20 | — |
| MN | RR | $242.20 | — |
| MO | RR | $242.20 | — |
| MS | RR | $242.20 | — |
| MT | RR | $242.20 | — |
| NC | RR | $242.20 | — |
| ND | RR | $242.20 | — |
| NE | RR | $242.20 | — |
| NH | RR | $242.20 | — |
| NJ | RR | $242.20 | — |
| NM | RR | $242.20 | — |
| NV | RR | $242.20 | — |
| NY | RR | $242.20 | — |
| OH | RR | $242.20 | — |
| OK | RR | $242.20 | — |
| OR | RR | $242.20 | — |
| PA | RR | $242.20 | — |
| PR | RR | $242.20 | — |
| RI | RR | $242.20 | — |
| SC | RR | $242.20 | — |
| SD | RR | $242.20 | — |
| TN | RR | $242.20 | — |
| TX | RR | $242.20 | — |
| UT | RR | $242.20 | — |
| VA | RR | $242.20 | — |
| VI | RR | $242.20 | — |
| VT | RR | $242.20 | — |
| WA | RR | $242.20 | — |
| WI | RR | $242.20 | — |
| WV | RR | $242.20 | — |
| WY | RR | $242.20 | — |
How the E0743 fee compares
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rank among 27 E07 codes billed RR (lowest = 1) | 12 |
| Family fee range (average of state fees) | $6.81–$16,384.73 |
| Rural fee uplift | — |
Who bills E0743 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Suppliers billing rentals | 1 |
| Suppliers billing purchases | — |
| Referring clinicians | 52 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 62 |
| States with claims | 4 |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for E0743, 2024–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 256 | 62 | $230.97 | $181.08 |
States with the most E0743 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| California | 106 | $180.94 |
| Pennsylvania | 32 | $181.79 |
| Massachusetts | 28 | $181.79 |
| North Carolina | 24 | $181.79 |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| DME suppliers | 2 | Code Descriptor / CPT Instruction |
What changed for E0743
- 2026-01-01: Average state fee (RR) rose 2.0%: $237.45 to $242.20
- 2024-10-01: E0743 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 E0743?
E0743 is the HCPCS Level II code for external lower extremity nerve stimulator for restless legs syndrome, each. Short descriptor: "Ext low ext nerve stimu rls".
How much does Medicare pay for E0743?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule, non-rural state fees are RR (rental (monthly)): $242.20. Rural fees can be higher.
Does Medicare cover E0743?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Did the Medicare fee for E0743 change in 2026?
The average non-rural state fee for RR moved from $237.45 in 2025 to $242.20 in 2026 (+2.0%). CMS's next quarterly HCPCS and DMEPOS update takes effect January 1, 2027.
How many units of E0743 can be billed per day?
2 on DME suppliers (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
Related E07 codes
- E0700 — Safety equipment, device or accessory, any type
- E0705 — Transfer device, any type, each ($5.34–$134.77)
- E0710 — Restraints, any type (body, chest, wrist or ankle)
- E0711 — Upper extremity medical tubing/lines enclosure or covering device, restricts elbow range of motion
- E0715 — Intravaginal device intended to strengthen pelvic floor muscles during kegel exercises
- E0716 — Supplies and accessories for intravaginal device intended to strengthen pelvic floor muscles during kegel exercises
- E0720 — Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) device, two lead, localized stimulation ($66.89–$393.27)
- E0721 — Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator for nerves in the auricular region
- E0730 — Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) device, four or more leads, for multiple nerve stimulation ($68.53–$425.83)
- E0731 — Form fitting conductive garment for delivery of tens or nmes (with conductive fibers separated from the patient's skin by layers of fabric) ($87.58–$480.99)
- E0732 — Cranial electrotherapy stimulation (ces) system, any type ($31.06–$69.51)
- E0733 — Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator for electrical stimulation of the trigeminal nerve ($31.06–$69.51)
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2025; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026; 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.