Lift chair HCPCS code
A lift chair is usually billed under HCPCS code E0627 (Seat lift mechanism, electric, any type); related codes are E0629. The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $288.47 to $476.06 (NU, new equipment, purchased) for E0627, depending on the state. Medicare paid for 2,391 E0627 services from 601 suppliers in 2024. Medicare pays only for the seat-lift mechanism, not the chair itself.
HCPCS codes for lift chair
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee (state range) | Medicare services |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E0627 | Seat lift mechanism, electric, any type | Special coverage instructions apply | $288.47–$476.06 (NU) | 2,391 (2024) |
| E0629 | Seat lift mechanism, non-electric, any type | Special coverage instructions apply | $288.47–$476.06 (NU) | — |
Medicare revenue estimate for E0627
Units per month × state fee = monthly Medicare revenue. At 10 units a month, E0627 (NU) pays $4,760.60 in PR and $2,884.70 in DC, before the 20% patient coinsurance.
Medicare coverage policy
Frequently asked questions
What is the HCPCS code for a lift chair?
E0627: Seat lift mechanism, electric, any type. Other lift chair codes: E0629 (Seat lift mech, non-electric).
Does Medicare cover a lift chair?
By HCPCS coverage code — E0627: Special coverage instructions apply; E0629: Special coverage instructions apply.
How much does Medicare pay for a lift chair?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule (non-rural state fees): E0627 $288.47 to $476.06 (NU, new equipment, purchased); E0629 $288.47 to $476.06 (NU, new equipment, purchased).
Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under E0627
- Watch E0627 for fee, coverage and descriptor changes
- Build a full Medicare revenue model for E0627
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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.