Patient lift (Hoyer lift) HCPCS code
A patient lift (Hoyer lift) is usually billed under HCPCS code E0630 (Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s)); related codes are E0635, E0639, E0640. The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $68.78 to $112.76 (RR, rental (monthly)) for E0630, depending on the state. Medicare paid for 211,434 E0630 services from 3,243 suppliers in 2024.
HCPCS codes for patient lift (Hoyer lift)
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee (state range) | Medicare services |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E0630 | Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) | Special coverage instructions apply | $68.78–$112.76 (RR) | 211,434 (2024) |
| E0635 | Patient lift, electric with seat or sling | Special coverage instructions apply | $134.16–$247.48 (RR) | 13,395 (2024) |
| E0639 | Patient lift, moveable from room to room with disassembly and reassembly, includes all components/accessories | Carrier judgment | $135.13–$218.07 (RR) | 99 (2024) |
| E0640 | Patient lift, fixed system, includes all components/accessories | Carrier judgment | $135.13–$218.07 (RR) | — |
Supplies and accessories
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee (state range) | Medicare services |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E0621 | Sling or seat, patient lift, canvas or nylon | Special coverage instructions apply | $95.70–$129.94 (NU) | 913 (2024) |
Medicare revenue estimate for E0630
Units per month × state fee = monthly Medicare revenue. At 10 units a month, E0630 (RR) pays $1,127.60 in VI and $687.80 in CA, before the 20% patient coinsurance.
Medicare coverage policy
Frequently asked questions
What is the HCPCS code for a patient lift (Hoyer lift)?
E0630: Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s). Other patient lift (Hoyer lift) codes: E0635 (Patient lift electric); E0639 (Moveable patient lift system); E0640 (Fixed patient lift system).
Does Medicare cover a patient lift (Hoyer lift)?
By HCPCS coverage code — E0630: Special coverage instructions apply; E0635: Special coverage instructions apply; E0639: Carrier judgment; E0640: Carrier judgment.
How much does Medicare pay for a patient lift (Hoyer lift)?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule (non-rural state fees): E0630 $68.78 to $112.76 (RR, rental (monthly)); E0635 $134.16 to $247.48 (RR, rental (monthly)); E0639 $135.13 to $218.07 (RR, rental (monthly)); E0640 $135.13 to $218.07 (RR, rental (monthly)).
Which supplies and accessories are billed with a patient lift (Hoyer lift)?
E0621 (Patient lift sling or seat).
Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under E0630
- Watch E0630 for fee, coverage and descriptor changes
- Build a full Medicare revenue model for E0630
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Related equipment
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.