HCPCS E0973: Wheelchair accessory, adjustable height, detachable armrest

Learn how to properly use and bill for HCPCS code E0973 with our short guide that includes its documentation and billing requirements.

Use Code

Frequently asked questions

This accessory can be used on both manual and power wheelchairs. Coverage and medical necessity criteria are applied based on the patient's condition and the specific mobility device they are using.

The "each" designation means that if the patient requires both a left and a right adjustable armrest, the code would be billed twice (2 units total), often with the RT and LT modifiers to specify the side.

No. E0973 is for the complete assembly. Replacement parts, such as an arm pad (K0019) or the base or upper portion of an adjustable armrest (K0017 or K0018), should be billed with their own specific codes if they are separately priced reimbursable replacement items.