E0970 HCPCS code: No. 2 footplates, except for elevating leg rest
E0970 is the HCPCS Level II code for no. 2 footplates, except for elevating leg rest. Its Medicare coverage code is I (Not payable by Medicare): Medicare does not pay separately under this code; another code applies. The NCCI unit limit is 2 per day on DME suppliers.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | E codes — Durable medical equipment |
| Coverage code | I — Not payable by Medicare |
| Pricing indicator | 00 — Not separately priced by Medicare |
| BETOS category | D1D — Wheelchairs |
| Added | 1986-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2001-04-01 |
Related codes Medicare does pay
Medicare does not pay under E0970. These codes in the same E09 family carry a current DMEPOS fee:
- E0900 — Traction stand, free standing, pelvic traction, (e.g., buck's): $21.75–$233.96
- E0910 — Trapeze bars, a/k/a patient helper, attached to bed, with grab bar: $13.20–$19.86
- E0911 — Trapeze bar, heavy duty, for patient weight capacity greater than 250 pounds, attached to bed, with grab bar: $50.56–$65.54
- E0912 — Trapeze bar, heavy duty, for patient weight capacity greater than 250 pounds, free standing, complete with grab bar: $94.71–$145.86
- E0920 — Fracture frame, attached to bed, includes weights: $55.91–$90.91
- E0930 — Fracture frame, free standing, includes weights: $55.34–$67.27
- E0935 — Continuous passive motion exercise device for use on knee only: $27.56–$34.49
- E0940 — Trapeze bar, free standing, complete with grab bar: $24.33–$39.42
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| DME suppliers | 2 | Anatomic Consideration |
Medicare policy articles for this code
- A52504: Wheelchair Options/Accessories - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC)) — mentions this code in its coding guidance
What changed for E0970
- 1986-01-01: E0970 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 E0970?
E0970 is the HCPCS Level II code for no. 2 footplates, except for elevating leg rest. Short descriptor: "Wheelchair no. 2 footplates".
Does Medicare cover E0970?
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 E0970?
Codes in the same E09 family with a DMEPOS fee include E0900 ($21.75–$233.96), E0910 ($13.20–$19.86), E0911 ($50.56–$65.54). Check the item matches the code's descriptor before billing.
How many units of E0970 can be billed per day?
2 on DME suppliers (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
Related E09 codes
- E0900 — Traction stand, free standing, pelvic traction, (e.g., buck's) ($21.75–$233.96)
- E0910 — Trapeze bars, a/k/a patient helper, attached to bed, with grab bar ($13.20–$19.86)
- E0911 — Trapeze bar, heavy duty, for patient weight capacity greater than 250 pounds, attached to bed, with grab bar ($50.56–$65.54)
- E0912 — Trapeze bar, heavy duty, for patient weight capacity greater than 250 pounds, free standing, complete with grab bar ($94.71–$145.86)
- E0920 — Fracture frame, attached to bed, includes weights ($55.91–$90.91)
- E0930 — Fracture frame, free standing, includes weights ($55.34–$67.27)
- E0935 — Continuous passive motion exercise device for use on knee only ($27.56–$34.49)
- E0936 — Continuous passive motion exercise device for use other than knee
- E0940 — Trapeze bar, free standing, complete with grab bar ($24.33–$39.42)
- E0941 — Gravity assisted traction device, any type ($52.57–$94.48)
- E0942 — Cervical head harness/halter ($0.78–$39.21)
- E0944 — Pelvic belt/harness/boot ($4.82–$79.09)
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2025; 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.