Cervical collar HCPCS code
A cervical collar is usually billed under HCPCS code L0120 (Cervical, flexible, non-adjustable, prefabricated, off-the-shelf (foam collar)); related codes are L0130, L0140, L0150, L0160, L0170. The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $30.50 to $60.33 for L0120, depending on the state. Medicare paid for 6,968 L0120 services from 1,332 suppliers in 2024.
HCPCS codes for cervical collar
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee (state range) | Medicare services |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L0120 | Cervical, flexible, non-adjustable, prefabricated, off-the-shelf (foam collar) | Carrier judgment | $30.50–$60.33 | 6,968 (2024) |
| L0130 | Cervical, flexible, thermoplastic collar, molded to patient | Carrier judgment | $187.48–$733.83 | 24 (2024) |
| L0140 | Cervical, semi-rigid, adjustable (plastic collar) | Carrier judgment | $64.20–$142.76 | 335 (2024) |
| L0150 | Cervical, semi-rigid, adjustable molded chin cup (plastic collar with mandibular/occipital piece) | Carrier judgment | $124.18–$172.80 | 320 (2024) |
| L0160 | Cervical, semi-rigid, wire frame occipital/mandibular support, prefabricated, off-the-shelf | Carrier judgment | $179.98–$239.97 | 133 (2024) |
| L0170 | Cervical, collar, molded to patient model | Carrier judgment | $729.99–$1,050.52 | 55 (2024) |
| L0172 | Cervical, collar, semi-rigid thermoplastic foam, two-piece, prefabricated, off-the-shelf | Carrier judgment | $145.89–$199.42 | 4,924 (2024) |
| L0174 | Cervical, collar, semi-rigid, thermoplastic foam, two piece with thoracic extension, prefabricated, off-the-shelf | Carrier judgment | $247.47–$537.31 | 11,089 (2024) |
Medicare revenue estimate for L0120
Units per month × state fee = monthly Medicare revenue. At 10 units a month, L0120 pays $603.30 in HI and $305.00 in AR, before the 20% patient coinsurance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HCPCS code for a cervical collar?
L0120: Cervical, flexible, non-adjustable, prefabricated, off-the-shelf (foam collar). Other cervical collar codes: L0130 (Flex thermoplastic collar mo); L0140 (Cervical semi-rigid adjustab); L0150 (Cerv semi-rig adj molded chn); L0160 (Cerv sr wire occ/man pre ots); L0170 (Cervical collar molded to pt).
Does Medicare cover a cervical collar?
By HCPCS coverage code — L0120: Carrier judgment; L0130: Carrier judgment; L0140: Carrier judgment; L0150: Carrier judgment; L0160: Carrier judgment; L0170: Carrier judgment.
How much does Medicare pay for a cervical collar?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule (non-rural state fees): L0120 $30.50 to $60.33; L0130 $187.48 to $733.83; L0140 $64.20 to $142.76; L0150 $124.18 to $172.80; L0160 $179.98 to $239.97.
Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under L0120
- Watch L0120 for fee, coverage and descriptor changes
- Build a full Medicare revenue model for L0120
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026; CMS Medicare utilization; CMS Medicare Coverage Database. Fees are Medicare allowables (non-rural, by state), not commercial rates. Code choice depends on the exact item; check the descriptor. Not billing or legal advice.