K0899 HCPCS code: Power mobility device, not coded by dme pdac or does not meet criteria
K0899 is the HCPCS Level II code for power mobility device, not coded by dme pdac or does not meet criteria. Its Medicare coverage code is C (Carrier judgment): Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | K codes — Temporary codes for DME MACs |
| Coverage code | C — Carrier judgment |
| Pricing indicator | 00 — Not separately priced by Medicare |
| BETOS category | D1D — Wheelchairs |
| Added | 2006-10-01 |
| Last action effective | 2016-01-01 |
Medicare policy articles for this code
- A52498: Power Mobility Devices - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC)) — mentions this code in its coding guidance
What changed for K0899
- 2006-10-01: K0899 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 K0899?
K0899 is the HCPCS Level II code for power mobility device, not coded by dme pdac or does not meet criteria. Short descriptor: "Pow mobil dev no dmepdac".
Does Medicare cover K0899?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Related K08 codes
- K0800 — Power operated vehicle, group 1 standard, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds ($100.07–$1,438.64)
- K0801 — Power operated vehicle, group 1 heavy duty, patient weight capacity 301 to 450 pounds ($181.46–$2,441.80)
- K0802 — Power operated vehicle, group 1 very heavy duty, patient weight capacity 451 to 600 pounds ($241.46–$2,971.04)
- K0806 — Power operated vehicle, group 2 standard, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds ($174.88–$1,930.97)
- K0807 — Power operated vehicle, group 2 heavy duty, patient weight capacity 301 to 450 pounds ($271.02–$2,958.32)
- K0808 — Power operated vehicle, group 2 very heavy duty, patient weight capacity 451 to 600 pounds ($418.96–$4,575.25)
- K0812 — Power operated vehicle, not otherwise classified
- K0813 — Power wheelchair, group 1 standard, portable, sling/solid seat and back, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds ($312.68–$422.33)
- K0814 — Power wheelchair, group 1 standard, portable, captains chair, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds ($321.31–$496.89)
- K0815 — Power wheelchair, group 1 standard, sling/solid seat and back, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds ($350.06–$559.30)
- K0816 — Power wheelchair, group 1 standard, captains chair, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds ($327.71–$529.49)
- K0820 — Power wheelchair, group 2 standard, portable, sling/solid seat/back, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds ($317.50–$467.11)
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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.