K0015 HCPCS code: Detachable, non-adjustable height armrest, replacement only, each
K0015 is the HCPCS Level II code for detachable, non-adjustable height armrest, replacement only, each. The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $15.43 to $26.22 (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. Medicare volume fell 32% from 2022 to 2024 (1,538 to 1,047 services). In 2024, 106 suppliers billed Medicare for K0015 (purchases), serving 528 beneficiaries; California, Texas, Illinois accounted for 76% of services. Its average fee ranks 28 of 40 K00 codes billed RR (family range $1.93–$760.44); rural fees run 6% higher.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | K codes — Temporary codes for DME MACs |
| Coverage code | C — Carrier judgment |
| Pricing indicator | 36 — DMEPOS: capped rental item |
| BETOS category | D1D — Wheelchairs |
| Added | 1994-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2016-07-01 |
2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule for K0015
| Modifier | Meaning | Lowest state fee | Highest state fee | Ceiling | Floor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RR | rental (monthly) | $15.43 | $26.22 | — | — |
| RR | rental (monthly) | $21.93 | $26.80 | $22.32 | $18.97 |
| State | Modifier | Fee | Rural fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK | RR | $23.44 | — |
| AL | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| AR | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| AZ | RR | $21.93 | $22.07 |
| CA | RR | $21.93 | $22.07 |
| CO | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| CT | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| DC | RR | $22.23 | $22.24 |
| DE | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| FL | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| GA | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| HI | RR | $23.44 | — |
| IA | RR | $21.93 | $22.07 |
| ID | RR | $21.93 | $22.07 |
| IL | RR | $22.23 | $22.24 |
| IN | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| KS | RR | $21.93 | $22.07 |
| KY | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| LA | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| MA | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| MD | RR | $22.23 | $22.24 |
| ME | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| MI | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| MN | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| MO | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| MS | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| MT | RR | $21.93 | $22.07 |
| NC | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| ND | RR | $21.93 | $22.07 |
| NE | RR | $21.93 | $22.07 |
| NH | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| NJ | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| NM | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| NV | RR | $21.93 | $22.07 |
| NY | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| OH | RR | $22.23 | $22.24 |
| OK | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| OR | RR | $21.93 | $22.07 |
| PA | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| PR | RR | $26.80 | — |
| RI | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| SC | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| SD | RR | $21.93 | $22.07 |
| TN | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| TX | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| UT | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| VA | RR | $22.23 | $22.24 |
| VI | RR | $23.66 | — |
| VT | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| WA | RR | $21.93 | $22.07 |
| WI | RR | $22.32 | $22.29 |
| WV | RR | $22.23 | $22.24 |
| WY | RR | $21.93 | $22.07 |
How the K0015 fee compares
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rank among 40 K00 codes billed RR (lowest = 1) | 28 |
| Family fee range (average of state fees) | $1.93–$760.44 |
| Rural fee uplift | 6.3% |
Who bills K0015 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Suppliers billing rentals | 9 |
| Suppliers billing purchases | 106 |
| Referring clinicians | 511 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 528 |
| States with claims | 9 |
| Share of services in top 3 states (California, Texas, Illinois) | 76% |
| Year | Suppliers | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 99 | 759 |
| 2023 | 100 | 576 |
| 2024 | 106 | 528 |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for K0015, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1,538 | 759 | $136.42 | $105.49 |
| 2023 | 1,119 | 576 | $162.14 | $124.36 |
| 2024 | 1,047 | 528 | $159.99 | $124.13 |
States with the most K0015 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| California | 335 | $126.97 |
| Texas | 187 | $130.50 |
| Illinois | 58 | $130.60 |
| Florida | 35 | $131.04 |
| Wisconsin | 34 | $113.34 |
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 K0015
- 2026-01-01: Average state fee (RR) rose 2.3%: $19.69 to $20.14
- 1994-01-01: K0015 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 K0015?
K0015 is the HCPCS Level II code for detachable, non-adjustable height armrest, replacement only, each. Short descriptor: "Detach non-adj ht armrst rep".
How much does Medicare pay for K0015?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule, non-rural state fees are RR (rental (monthly)): $15.43–$26.22; RR (rental (monthly)): $21.93–$26.80. Rural fees can be higher.
Does Medicare cover K0015?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Did the Medicare fee for K0015 change in 2026?
The average non-rural state fee for RR moved from $19.69 in 2025 to $20.14 in 2026 (+2.3%). CMS's next quarterly HCPCS and DMEPOS update takes effect January 1, 2027.
How many units of K0015 can be billed per day?
2 on DME suppliers (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
Related K00 codes
- K0001 — Standard wheelchair ($25.23–$53.63)
- K0002 — Standard hemi (low seat) wheelchair ($38.93–$101.05)
- K0003 — Lightweight wheelchair ($36.91–$115.29)
- K0004 — High strength, lightweight wheelchair ($48.55–$163.93)
- K0005 — Ultralightweight wheelchair ($259.07–$2,797.90)
- K0006 — Heavy duty wheelchair ($68.77–$169.03)
- K0007 — Extra heavy duty wheelchair ($96.40–$211.59)
- K0008 — Custom manual wheelchair/base
- K0009 — Other manual wheelchair/base ($101.86–$122.26)
- K0010 — Standard - weight frame motorized/power wheelchair ($516.03–$1,144.42)
- K0011 — Standard - weight frame motorized/power wheelchair with programmable control parameters for speed adjustment, tremor dampening, acceleration control and braking ($641.58–$810.57)
- K0012 — Lightweight portable motorized/power wheelchair ($393.59–$543.05)
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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.