HCPCS E0600: Respiratory Suction Pump, home model, electric

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Frequently asked questions

No. E0600 is for a respiratory suction pump (aspirator), a distinct piece of equipment used to remove secretions. A ventilator is billed with codes like E0465, E0466, E0467, or E0468. However, an E0467 multi-function ventilator includes the function of an aspirator/suction pump, and in that case, E0600 would not be billed separately.

Supplies like suction catheters (A4605, A4624) and disposable canisters (A7047) are generally covered and separately billable only if the suction pump itself (E0600) is determined to be medically necessary and the supplies are used with the pump. Furthermore, specific supplies, like tracheal suction catheters, may have their own unique coverage criteria (e.g., patient must have a tracheostomy).

Yes, the code description notes that E0600 covers devices designed for oropharyngeal and tracheal suction. This code can also include electric aspirators designed for other purposes, such as devices used to apply suction via a mouthpiece to treat obstructive sleep apnea (though coverage depends on the specific payer's policy). However, it cannot be used for Negative Pressure Wound Therapy, which requires wound suction systems.