Manual Wheelchair Local Coverage Determination and Policy Article - Revised

Posted March 08, 2013

The Manual Wheelchair Bases LCD and Related Policy Article have been revised, effective for dates of service on or after March 1, 2013. The INDICATIONS AND LIMITATIONS OF COVERAGE section of the LCD was revised regarding the coverage criteria for codes K0005 and E1161 to reflect their classification as complex rehabilitation equipment and to conform with the DMEPOS Quality Standards. The CODING GUIDELINES section of the Manual Wheelchair Bases related Policy Article was revised to clarify the use of weight in the classification of manual wheelchair bases. In addition, the revision provides guidance on the proper coding of E1161 based on the degree of tilt.

Suppliers are advised to refer to the Manual Wheelchair Bases LCD and Related Policy Article for additional coverage, coding and documentation requirements information.

Last Updated May 25 , 2017