K1001 HCPCS code: Electronic positional obstructive sleep apnea treatment, with sensor, includes all components and accessories, any type
K1001 is the HCPCS Level II code for electronic positional obstructive sleep apnea treatment, with sensor, includes all components and accessories, any type. CMS terminated K1001 on 2023-12-31; do not bill it for later dates of service. 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 | 36 — DMEPOS: capped rental item |
| BETOS category | D1E — Other durable medical equipment |
| Added | 2020-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2024-01-01 |
| Terminated | 2023-12-31 |
What changed for K1001
- 2020-01-01: K1001 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 K1001?
K1001 is the HCPCS Level II code for electronic positional obstructive sleep apnea treatment, with sensor, includes all components and accessories, any type. Short descriptor: "Electronic posa treatment".
Does Medicare cover K1001?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
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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.