HCPCS Level II · Durable medical equipment
E1220Wheelchair; specially sized or constructed, (indicate brand name, model number, if any) and justification
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Source: CMS HCPCS quarterly update, October 2026. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About E1220
E1220 is an HCPCS Level II code in the E series (durable medical equipment), describing wheelchair; specially sized or constructed, (indicate brand name, model number, if any) and justification.
It was added to HCPCS effective 01/01/1986, and its current record took effect 01/01/1990.
Its Medicare coverage code is "D", meaning special Medicare coverage instructions apply.
Details
- Short description
- Whlchr special size/constrc
- Date added
- 01/01/1986
- Action effective
- 01/01/1990
- BETOS
- D1D
Related E12xx codes
- E1200Amputee wheelchair, fixed full length arms, swing away detachable footrest
- E1221Wheelchair with fixed arm, footrests
- E1222Wheelchair with fixed arm, elevating legrests
- E1223Wheelchair with detachable arms, footrests
- E1224Wheelchair with detachable arms, elevating legrests
- E1225Wheelchair accessory, manual semi-reclining back, (recline greater than 15 degrees, but less than 80 degrees), each
- E1226Wheelchair accessory, manual fully reclining back, (recline greater than 80 degrees), each
- E1227Special height arms for wheelchair
- E1228Special back height for wheelchair
- E1229Wheelchair, pediatric size, not otherwise specified
- E1230Power operated vehicle (three or four wheel nonhighway) specify brand name and model number
- E1231Wheelchair, pediatric size, tilt-in-space, rigid, adjustable, with seating system
Common questions about E1220
Is HCPCS E1220 still valid?
- Yes. E1220 is active in the CMS October 2026 HCPCS file.
Does Medicare cover E1220?
- Its coverage code is "D": special Medicare coverage instructions apply. Check the local coverage determination for your region.