HCPCS Level II · Temporary codes for DME regional carriers
K1027Oral device/appliance used to reduce upper airway collapsibility, without fixed mechanical hinge, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
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Source: CMS HCPCS quarterly update, October 2026. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About K1027
K1027 is an HCPCS Level II code in the K series (temporary codes for DME regional carriers), describing oral device/appliance used to reduce upper airway collapsibility, without fixed mechanical hinge, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment.
It was added to HCPCS effective 10/01/2021.
Its Medicare coverage code is "C", meaning coverage is left to the Medicare contractor's judgment.
Details
- Short description
- Oral dev without fix mech
- Date added
- 10/01/2021
- Action effective
- 10/01/2021
- BETOS
- Z2
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Common questions about K1027
Is HCPCS K1027 still valid?
- Yes. K1027 is active in the CMS October 2026 HCPCS file.
Does Medicare cover K1027?
- Its coverage code is "C": coverage is left to the Medicare contractor's judgment. Check the local coverage determination for your region.