E1090 HCPCS code: High strength lightweight wheelchair, detachable arms desk or full length, swing away detachable foot rests
E1090 is the HCPCS Level II code for high strength lightweight wheelchair, detachable arms desk or full length, swing away detachable foot rests. 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 1 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 E1090. These codes in the same E10 family carry a current DMEPOS fee:
- E1002 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, tilt only: $463.44–$597.42
- E1003 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, recline only, without shear reduction: $539.40–$647.25
- E1004 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, recline only, with mechanical shear reduction: $596.22–$717.70
- E1005 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, recline only, with power shear reduction: $647.36–$776.87
- E1006 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, combination tilt and recline, without shear reduction: $792.95–$951.60
- E1007 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, combination tilt and recline, with mechanical shear reduction: $998.21–$1,288.46
- E1008 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, combination tilt and recline, with power shear reduction: $1,023.89–$1,288.57
- E1010 — Wheelchair accessory, addition to power seating system, power leg elevation system, including leg rest, pair: $139.14–$168.59
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| DME suppliers | 1 | Code Descriptor / CPT Instruction |
What changed for E1090
- 1986-01-01: E1090 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 E1090?
E1090 is the HCPCS Level II code for high strength lightweight wheelchair, detachable arms desk or full length, swing away detachable foot rests. Short descriptor: "Wheelchair lightweight det a".
Does Medicare cover E1090?
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 E1090?
Codes in the same E10 family with a DMEPOS fee include E1002 ($463.44–$597.42), E1003 ($539.40–$647.25), E1004 ($596.22–$717.70). Check the item matches the code's descriptor before billing.
How many units of E1090 can be billed per day?
1 on DME suppliers (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
Related E10 codes
- E1002 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, tilt only ($463.44–$597.42)
- E1003 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, recline only, without shear reduction ($539.40–$647.25)
- E1004 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, recline only, with mechanical shear reduction ($596.22–$717.70)
- E1005 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, recline only, with power shear reduction ($647.36–$776.87)
- E1006 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, combination tilt and recline, without shear reduction ($792.95–$951.60)
- E1007 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, combination tilt and recline, with mechanical shear reduction ($998.21–$1,288.46)
- E1008 — Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, combination tilt and recline, with power shear reduction ($1,023.89–$1,288.57)
- E1009 — Wheelchair accessory, addition to power seating system, mechanically linked leg elevation system, including pushrod and leg rest, each
- E1010 — Wheelchair accessory, addition to power seating system, power leg elevation system, including leg rest, pair ($139.14–$168.59)
- E1011 — Modification to pediatric size wheelchair, width adjustment package (not to be dispensed with initial chair)
- E1012 — Wheelchair accessory, addition to power seating system, center mount power elevating leg rest/platform, complete system, any type, each ($139.14–$168.59)
- E1014 — Reclining back, addition to pediatric size wheelchair ($52.06–$62.41)
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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.