K0108 HCPCS code: Wheelchair component or accessory, not otherwise specified
K0108 is the HCPCS Level II code for wheelchair component or accessory, not otherwise specified. In 2024 Medicare paid an average of $92.09 per service for K0108 across 73,342 services. Its Medicare coverage code is C (Carrier judgment): Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case. Medicare volume rose 4% from 2022 to 2024 (70,545 to 73,342 services). In 2024, 808 suppliers billed Medicare for K0108 (purchases), serving 23,549 beneficiaries; California, Ohio, Illinois accounted for 26% of services.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | K codes — Temporary codes for DME MACs |
| Coverage code | C — Carrier judgment |
| Pricing indicator | 46 — Priced by the Medicare contractor (no national fee) |
| BETOS category | D1D — Wheelchairs |
| Added | 1994-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 1999-07-01 |
Who bills K0108 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Suppliers billing rentals | 10 |
| Suppliers billing purchases | 808 |
| Referring clinicians | 18,718 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 23,549 |
| States with claims | 51 |
| Share of services in top 3 states (California, Ohio, Illinois) | 26% |
| Year | Suppliers | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 862 | 23,648 |
| 2023 | 825 | 25,010 |
| 2024 | 808 | 23,549 |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for K0108, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 70,545 | 23,648 | $107.09 | $82.93 |
| 2023 | 79,891 | 25,010 | $113.06 | $87.11 |
| 2024 | 73,342 | 23,549 | $119.49 | $92.09 |
States with the most K0108 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9,391 | $89.32 |
| Ohio | 5,152 | $80.96 |
| Illinois | 4,301 | $92.76 |
| Florida | 3,706 | $67.63 |
| New York | 3,666 | $99.33 |
Medicare policy articles for this code
- A52497: Manual Wheelchair Bases - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC)) — mentions this code in its coding guidance
- A52504: Wheelchair Options/Accessories - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC)) — mentions this code in its coding guidance
- A52505: Wheelchair Seating - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC)) — mentions this code in its coding guidance
What changed for K0108
- 1994-01-01: K0108 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 K0108?
K0108 is the HCPCS Level II code for wheelchair component or accessory, not otherwise specified. Short descriptor: "W/c component-accessory nos".
How much does Medicare pay for K0108?
In 2024, the average Medicare payment was $92.09 per service (average allowed $119.49).
Does Medicare cover K0108?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Related K01 codes
- K0105 — Iv hanger, each ($11.50–$170.03)
- K0195 — Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) ($12.39–$31.07)
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Next steps
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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.