E0746 HCPCS code: Electromyography (emg), biofeedback device
E0746 is the HCPCS Level II code for electromyography (emg), biofeedback device. In 2024 Medicare paid an average of $74.12 per service for E0746 across 104 services. Its Medicare coverage code is D (Special coverage instructions apply): Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met. The NCCI unit limit is 1 per day on outpatient hospital claims. Medicare volume fell 6% from 2022 to 2024 (111 to 104 services). In 2024, about 2 clinicians billed Medicare for E0746 for 102 beneficiaries.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | E codes — Durable medical equipment |
| Coverage code | D — Special coverage instructions apply |
| Pricing indicator | 52 |
| BETOS category | D1E — Other durable medical equipment |
| Added | 1989-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 1996-01-01 |
Who bills E0746 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Clinicians billing (by place of service) | 2 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 102 |
| States with claims | 1 |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for E0746, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 111 | 108 | $97.63 | $77.90 |
| 2023 | 137 | 133 | $89.16 | $70.80 |
| 2024 | 104 | 102 | $93.81 | $74.12 |
States with the most E0746 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 104 | $74.12 |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| outpatient hospital claims | 1 | Nature of Equipment |
| practitioner claims | 1 | Nature of Equipment |
What changed for E0746
- 1989-01-01: E0746 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 E0746?
E0746 is the HCPCS Level II code for electromyography (emg), biofeedback device. Short descriptor: "Electromyograph biofeedback".
How much does Medicare pay for E0746?
In 2024, the average Medicare payment was $74.12 per service (average allowed $93.81).
Does Medicare cover E0746?
Coverage code D — Special coverage instructions apply. Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met.
How many units of E0746 can be billed per day?
1 on outpatient hospital claims; 1 on practitioner claims (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 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.