G73.7: Myopathy in diseases classified elsewhere
G73.7, myopathy in diseases classified elsewhere, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 7 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 5 HCPCS Level II codes, including A7020 (Interface for cough stimulating device, includes all…), E0483 (High frequency chest wall oscillation system, with full…), A7025 (High frequency chest wall oscillation system vest…). 4 of these codes have a 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule amount; A7020 pays $19.87 to $23.81 (NU) depending on the state. The articles come from 5 Medicare contractors. A listed diagnosis supports medical necessity only; coverage still depends on the LCD's criteria and on documentation in the medical record.
HCPCS Level II codes with G73.7 as a covered diagnosis
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee 2026 (state range) | Articles listing it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A7020 | Interface for cough stimulating device, includes all components, replacement only | Carrier judgment | $19.87–$23.81 (NU) | 1 |
| E0483 | High frequency chest wall oscillation system, with full anterior and/or posterior thoracic region receiving simultaneous external oscillation, includes all accessories and supplies, each | Carrier judgment | $1,515.12–$1,818.13 (RR) | 1 |
| A7025 | High frequency chest wall oscillation system vest, replacement for use with patient owned equipment, each | Carrier judgment | $61.99–$74.42 (RR) | 1 |
| A7026 | High frequency chest wall oscillation system hose, replacement for use with patient owned equipment, each | Carrier judgment | $40.96–$49.15 (NU) | 1 |
| G0255 | Current perception threshold/sensory nerve conduction test, (snct) per limb, any nerve | Non-covered by Medicare | Not covered | 5 |
Medicare policy articles listing G73.7
- A52510: Mechanical In-exsufflation Devices - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33795
- A52494: High Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation Devices - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC); 3 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33785
- A57307: Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography (CGS Administrators, LLC (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34594, L34859, L35048, L35081
- A57478: Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography (WPS Insurance Corporation (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34594, L34859, L35048, L35081
- A54969: Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography (Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34594, L34859, L35048, L35081
- A57668: Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34594, L34859, L35048, L35081
- A56619: Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34594, L34859, L35048, L35081
A diagnosis listed as covered in a billing and coding article supports medical necessity for the article's codes; it does not guarantee payment. Coverage depends on the LCD's criteria, the contractor's jurisdiction and documentation in the medical record.
Other G73 diagnoses (Disorders of myoneural junction and muscle in diseases classified elsewhere)
- G73.1 — Lambert-Eaton syndrome in neoplastic disease
- G73.3 — Myasthenic syndromes in other diseases classified elsewhere
Frequently asked questions
Does Medicare cover G73.7 (Myopathy in diseases classified elsewhere)?
Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 7 Medicare billing and coding articles list G73.7 as a covered diagnosis for 5 HCPCS Level II codes: the diagnosis can support medical necessity for those codes, but payment still depends on the LCD's coverage criteria and the medical record.
Which HCPCS codes can be billed with ICD-10 G73.7?
The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are A7020 (Interface for cough stimulating device, includes all…, 1 article); E0483 (High frequency chest wall oscillation system, with full…, 1 article); A7025 (High frequency chest wall oscillation system vest…, 1 article); A7026 (High frequency chest wall oscillation system hose…, 1 article); G0255 (Current perception threshold/sensory nerve conduction…, 5 articles). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.
What does Medicare pay for equipment billed with G73.7?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule (non-rural state fees): A7020 $19.87 to $23.81 (NU); E0483 $1,515.12 to $1,818.13 (RR); A7025 $61.99 to $74.42 (RR); A7026 $40.96 to $49.15 (NU). Medicare pays 80% of the allowed amount after the Part B deductible.
Which Medicare policy articles list G73.7?
A52510 (Mechanical In-exsufflation Devices - Policy Article); A52494 (High Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation Devices - Policy Article); A57307 (Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography), and 4 more articles.
What is ICD-10-CM code G73.7?
G73.7 is the ICD-10-CM code for myopathy in diseases classified elsewhere, in category G73 (Disorders of myoneural junction and muscle in diseases classified elsewhere), chapter 6: Diseases of the nervous system.
Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under A7020
- Watch A7020 for fee, coverage and descriptor changes
- Build a full Medicare revenue model for A7020
Sources: CMS Medicare Coverage Database billing and coding articles (covered ICD-10 code lists and HCPCS links); ICD-10-CM FY2026; CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026 (non-rural state fees). Not billing or legal advice.
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