E1392 HCPCS code: Portable oxygen concentrator, rental
E1392 is the HCPCS Level II code for portable oxygen concentrator, rental. The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $46.28 to $88.58 (RR, rental (monthly)) depending on the state. 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 DME suppliers. Medicare volume rose 8% from 2022 to 2024 (1,606,186 to 1,733,854 services). In 2024, 3,284 suppliers billed Medicare for E1392 (rentals), serving 250,025 beneficiaries; Texas, Florida, California accounted for 22% of services. Its average fee ranks 2 of 5 E13 codes billed RR (family range $16.70–$254.65); rural fees run 48% higher.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | E codes — Durable medical equipment |
| Coverage code | D — Special coverage instructions apply |
| Pricing indicator | 33 — DMEPOS: oxygen and oxygen equipment |
| BETOS category | D1C — Oxygen and supplies |
| Added | 2006-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2006-01-01 |
2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule for E1392
| Modifier | Meaning | Lowest state fee | Highest state fee | Ceiling | Floor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RR | rental (monthly) | $46.28 | $88.58 | — | — |
| State | Modifier | Fee | Rural fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK | RR | $88.58 | — |
| AL | RR | $50.11 | $88.58 |
| AR | RR | $50.11 | $88.58 |
| AZ | RR | $49.08 | $88.58 |
| CA | RR | $48.20 | $88.58 |
| CO | RR | $50.70 | $88.58 |
| CT | RR | $50.81 | $88.58 |
| DC | RR | $49.59 | $88.58 |
| DE | RR | $49.59 | $88.58 |
| FL | RR | $50.11 | $88.58 |
| GA | RR | $50.11 | $88.58 |
| HI | RR | $88.58 | — |
| IA | RR | $50.08 | $88.58 |
| ID | RR | $50.70 | $88.58 |
| IL | RR | $49.66 | $88.58 |
| IN | RR | $49.66 | $88.58 |
| KS | RR | $50.08 | $88.58 |
| KY | RR | $50.11 | $88.58 |
| LA | RR | $50.11 | $88.58 |
| MA | RR | $50.81 | $88.58 |
| MD | RR | $49.59 | $88.58 |
| ME | RR | $50.81 | $88.58 |
| MI | RR | $49.66 | $88.58 |
| MN | RR | $50.08 | $88.58 |
| MO | RR | $50.08 | $88.58 |
| MS | RR | $50.11 | $88.58 |
| MT | RR | $50.70 | $88.58 |
| NC | RR | $50.11 | $88.58 |
| ND | RR | $50.08 | $88.58 |
| NE | RR | $50.08 | $88.58 |
| NH | RR | $50.81 | $88.58 |
| NJ | RR | $49.59 | $88.58 |
| NM | RR | $49.08 | $88.58 |
| NV | RR | $48.20 | $88.58 |
| NY | RR | $49.59 | $88.58 |
| OH | RR | $49.66 | $88.58 |
| OK | RR | $49.08 | $88.58 |
| OR | RR | $48.20 | $88.58 |
| PA | RR | $49.59 | $88.58 |
| PR | RR | $88.58 | — |
| RI | RR | $50.81 | $88.58 |
| SC | RR | $50.11 | $88.58 |
| SD | RR | $50.08 | $88.58 |
| TN | RR | $50.11 | $88.58 |
| TX | RR | $49.08 | $88.58 |
| UT | RR | $50.70 | $88.58 |
| VA | RR | $50.11 | $88.58 |
| VI | RR | $88.58 | — |
| VT | RR | $50.81 | $88.58 |
| WA | RR | $48.20 | $88.58 |
| WI | RR | $49.66 | $88.58 |
| WV | RR | $50.11 | $88.58 |
| WY | RR | $50.70 | $88.58 |
How the E1392 fee compares
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rank among 5 E13 codes billed RR (lowest = 1) | 2 |
| Family fee range (average of state fees) | $16.70–$254.65 |
| Rural fee uplift | 47.9% |
Who bills E1392 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Suppliers billing rentals | 3,284 |
| Suppliers billing purchases | — |
| Referring clinicians | 94,049 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 250,025 |
| States with claims | 57 |
| Share of services in top 3 states (Texas, Florida, California) | 22% |
| Year | Suppliers | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 3,249 | 221,244 |
| 2023 | 3,255 | 227,410 |
| 2024 | 3,284 | 250,025 |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for E1392, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1,606,186 | 221,244 | $43.55 | $32.64 |
| 2023 | 1,636,573 | 227,410 | $46.06 | $34.54 |
| 2024 | 1,733,854 | 250,025 | $46.84 | $34.92 |
States with the most E1392 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 131,806 | $33.95 |
| Florida | 126,855 | $33.12 |
| California | 124,741 | $34.05 |
| New York | 104,227 | $36.90 |
| Illinois | 80,737 | $34.30 |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| DME suppliers | 1 | Code Descriptor / CPT Instruction |
Medicare policy articles for this code
- A52514: Oxygen and Oxygen Equipment - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC)) — mentions this code in its coding guidance
What changed for E1392
- 2026-01-01: Average state fee (RR) rose 2.6%: $50.25 to $51.55
- 2006-01-01: E1392 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 E1392?
E1392 is the HCPCS Level II code for portable oxygen concentrator, rental. Short descriptor: "Portable oxygen concentrator".
How much does Medicare pay for E1392?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule, non-rural state fees are RR (rental (monthly)): $46.28–$88.58. Rural fees can be higher.
Does Medicare cover E1392?
Coverage code D — Special coverage instructions apply. Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met.
Did the Medicare fee for E1392 change in 2026?
The average non-rural state fee for RR moved from $50.25 in 2025 to $51.55 in 2026 (+2.6%). CMS's next quarterly HCPCS and DMEPOS update takes effect January 1, 2027.
How many units of E1392 can be billed per day?
1 on DME suppliers (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
Related E13 codes
- E1300 — Whirlpool, portable (overtub type)
- E1301 — Whirlpool tub, walk-in, portable
- E1310 — Whirlpool, non-portable (built-in type) ($222.47–$3,627.06)
- E1352 — Oxygen accessory, flow regulator capable of positive inspiratory pressure
- E1353 — Regulator ($40.36–$48.46)
- E1354 — Oxygen accessory, wheeled cart for portable cylinder or portable concentrator, any type, replacement only, each
- E1355 — Stand/rack ($30.42–$36.51)
- E1356 — Oxygen accessory, battery pack/cartridge for portable concentrator, any type, replacement only, each
- E1357 — Oxygen accessory, battery charger for portable concentrator, any type, replacement only, each
- E1358 — Oxygen accessory, dc power adapter for portable concentrator, any type, replacement only, each
- E1372 — Immersion external heater for nebulizer ($13.66–$208.94)
- E1390 — Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate ($94.56–$177.16)
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; 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.