HCPCS Level II E0114: Underarm (Axillary) Crutches, Adjustable or Fixed, Pair

HCPCS Level II code E0114 describes a pair of underarm (axillary) crutches made of non-wood material, adjustable or fixed, supplied with pads, tips, and handgrips — a durable medical equipment item intended to provide mobility support for patients with lower‑extremity or weight‑bearing limitations. Service type: provision of durable medical equipment (DME) for ambulation; typical site of service: outpatient settings, home medical equipment suppliers, or hospital discharge supply for use in the home or clinic. Underarm crutches are used to offload weight from the lower extremity and assist with ambulation when a patient requires temporary or longer‑term mobility assistance.

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HCPCS Level II E0114: Underarm (Axillary) Crutches, Adjustable or Fixed, Pair

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Clinical & Coding Specifications

Clinical Context

A typical patient is a middle-aged adult who sustained a lower-extremity injury (e.g., ankle fracture, tibia fracture, sprain) requiring temporary partial or non–weight-bearing ambulation. The provider prescribes a pair of adjustable underarm crutches described by E0114 to provide stable gait assistance while protecting the affected limb. The clinical workflow begins with an evaluation by an orthopedist, emergency physician, or primary care provider who documents the diagnosis, weight-bearing status, and medical necessity for crutches. A durable medical equipment (DME) supplier verifies the prescription, obtains patient demographics and insurance information, and checks prior authorization requirements from payors such as Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, BUCA, or Medicare. The supplier delivers the crutches, provides patient education on height adjustment, pad and grip positioning, safe ambulation techniques, and documents delivery and training in the patient record. Follow-up occurs at the orthopedic clinic to reassess mobility needs and modify or discontinue the device when the patient progresses to full weight bearing or uses alternative mobility aids.

Related CPT Codes

CPT Code	Description	Relationship to This Procedure
`99213`	Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of an established patient, typically 15 minutes	Used for clinic follow-up visits where the clinician documents need for continued crutch use or discontinues DME.
`97035`	Ultrasound therapy, each 15 minutes	May be used in outpatient rehab visits for concomitant physical therapy modalities during recovery while the patient uses crutches.
`97110`	Therapeutic exercises to develop strength and endurance, each 15 minutes	Performed by physical therapists to restore function; gait and strengthening sessions often accompany crutch use.
`97112`	Neuromuscular re-education	Used when retraining gait patterns and balance while using crutches.
`99070`	Supplies and materials (noncovered)	Used by providers to bill for non-covered supplies or items related to patient education and fitting not included in DME billing.
`97140`	Manual therapy techniques (e.g., mobilization)	May be used during rehabilitation visits that coincide with prescription and training for crutch-assisted ambulation.

Related Modifiers

5 rows

Modifier	Description	When to Use
52	Modifier ‑52 (Reduced Services) indicates that a service or procedure was partially reduced or omitted at the provider’s discretion, allowing reporting of the basic procedure number with a qualifier…	- Use modifier -52 when a physician or qualified health professional electively reduces or omits part of a procedure or service (for example, performing fewer required views or omitting a portion of…
53	Modifier 53 (Discontinued Procedure) signals that a surgical or diagnostic service was begun by the physician but terminated because of extenuating circumstances that threatened the patient’s…	- Use modifier -53 when a physician/qualified healthcare professional has started a surgical or diagnostic procedure (e.g., anesthesia administered, incision or scope insertion) and then discontinues…
59	Modifier 59 indicates a distinct procedural service when two procedures that are not normally billed together are clinically and procedurally separate. The CPT definition (as reiterated by CMS)…	- Use modifier -59 to report a distinct procedural service when documentation supports that the procedure reported is not normally billed together with another service on the same day because of a…
90	Modifier ‑90 (Reference/Outside Laboratory) indicates that a laboratory test was performed by an entity other than the treating or reporting provider. The American Medical Association defines…	- Use CPT modifier -90 when a laboratory test is performed by an outside/reference laboratory (an entity other than the treating or reporting physician or qualified professional) and the claim needs…
24	Modifier 24 denotes an unrelated evaluation and management (E/M) service performed by the same physician or qualified healthcare professional during a postoperative global period. Per CPT guidance,…	- Use modifier 24 when you report an evaluation and management (E/M) service performed by the same physician or same-specialty group during a procedure’s postoperative global period that is unrelated…

Related Provider Taxonomies

8 rows

Taxonomy Code	Specialty	Notes
207L00000X	Anesthesiology Physician	An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an opera…
208D00000X	General Practice Physician	A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions.
261QM2500X	Medical Specialty Clinic/Center	An entity, facility, or distinct part of a facility providing diagnostic, treatment, and prescriptive services related to a specific area of medical s…
208000000X	Pediatrics Physician	A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectru…
3336C0002X	Clinic Pharmacy	A pharmacy in a clinic, emergency room or hospital (outpatient) that dispenses medications to patients for self-administration under the supervision o…
225XH1300X	Human Factors Occupational Therapist	Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers · Occupational Therapist
156FX1900X	Orthoptist	An orthoptist is an allied health professional skilled in evaluation and treatment of children and adults with eye movement difficulties. Their specia…
204F00000X	Transplant Surgery Physician	A surgeon who specializes in transplant surgery.

Related ICD-10-CM Codes

26 rows

ICD-10-CM Code	Description
G82.20	Paraplegia, unspecified
G83.4	Cauda equina syndrome
M16.11	Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
M17.11	Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
M19.071	Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
M24.171	Other articular cartilage disorders, right ankle
M24.271	Disorder of ligament, right ankle
M25.561	Pain in right knee
M51.26	Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
M51.27	Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region

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HCPCS E0100: Cane, Adjustable or Fixed, With Tip

HCPCS-E0105-CANE-QUAD-THREE-PRONG-MOBILITY-AID

HCPCS Level II E0105: Cane, Quad or Three-Prong, Includes Tips

HCPCS-E0110-FOREARM-CRUTCHES-PAIR-DME-MOBILITY

HCPCS Level II E0110: Forearm Crutches, Pair, Complete with Tips and Handgrips

HCPCS-E0111-CRUTCH-FOREARM-DURABLE-MEDICAL-EQUIPMENT

HCPCS Level II E0111: Crutch, Forearm, With Tip and Handgrips

HCPCS-E0112-UNDERARM-WOOD-CRUTCHES-PAIR

HCPCS Level II E0112: Underarm Wooden Crutches, Pair

HCPCS-E0113-CRUTCH-UNDERARM-WOOD-ADJUSTABLE-FIXED-WITH-PAD-TIP-HANDGRIP

HCPCS Level II E0113: Crutch Underarm, Wood, Adjustable or Fixed

HCPCS-E0116-UNDERARM-CRUTCH-NON-WOOD-ADJUSTABLE-FIXED

HCPCS E0116: Underarm Crutch, Non-Wood, Adjustable/Fixed with Pad

HCPCS-E0117-ARTICULATING-SPRING-ASSISTED-UNDERARM-CRUTCH

HCPCS Level II E0117: Crutch, Underarm, Articulating, Spring-Assisted

HCPCS-E0118-LOWER-LEG-PLATFORM-CRUTCH-SUBSTITUTE

HCPCS E0118: Crutch Substitute, Lower Leg Platform

HCPCS-E0130-RIGID-PICKUP-WALKER-ADJUSTABLE-FIXED-HEIGHT

HCPCS Level II E0130: Walker, Rigid (Pickup), Adjustable or Fixed Height

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Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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Clinical & Coding Specifications

Clinical Context

Related CPT Codes

CPT Code	Description	Relationship to This Procedure
`99213`	Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of an established patient, typically 15 minutes	Used for clinic follow-up visits where the clinician documents need for continued crutch use or discontinues DME.
`97035`	Ultrasound therapy, each 15 minutes	May be used in outpatient rehab visits for concomitant physical therapy modalities during recovery while the patient uses crutches.
`97110`	Therapeutic exercises to develop strength and endurance, each 15 minutes	Performed by physical therapists to restore function; gait and strengthening sessions often accompany crutch use.
`97112`	Neuromuscular re-education	Used when retraining gait patterns and balance while using crutches.
`99070`	Supplies and materials (noncovered)	Used by providers to bill for non-covered supplies or items related to patient education and fitting not included in DME billing.
`97140`	Manual therapy techniques (e.g., mobilization)	May be used during rehabilitation visits that coincide with prescription and training for crutch-assisted ambulation.

Related Modifiers

5 rows

Modifier	Description	When to Use
52	Modifier ‑52 (Reduced Services) indicates that a service or procedure was partially reduced or omitted at the provider’s discretion, allowing reporting of the basic procedure number with a qualifier…	- Use modifier -52 when a physician or qualified health professional electively reduces or omits part of a procedure or service (for example, performing fewer required views or omitting a portion of…
53	Modifier 53 (Discontinued Procedure) signals that a surgical or diagnostic service was begun by the physician but terminated because of extenuating circumstances that threatened the patient’s…	- Use modifier -53 when a physician/qualified healthcare professional has started a surgical or diagnostic procedure (e.g., anesthesia administered, incision or scope insertion) and then discontinues…
59	Modifier 59 indicates a distinct procedural service when two procedures that are not normally billed together are clinically and procedurally separate. The CPT definition (as reiterated by CMS)…	- Use modifier -59 to report a distinct procedural service when documentation supports that the procedure reported is not normally billed together with another service on the same day because of a…
90	Modifier ‑90 (Reference/Outside Laboratory) indicates that a laboratory test was performed by an entity other than the treating or reporting provider. The American Medical Association defines…	- Use CPT modifier -90 when a laboratory test is performed by an outside/reference laboratory (an entity other than the treating or reporting physician or qualified professional) and the claim needs…
24	Modifier 24 denotes an unrelated evaluation and management (E/M) service performed by the same physician or qualified healthcare professional during a postoperative global period. Per CPT guidance,…	- Use modifier 24 when you report an evaluation and management (E/M) service performed by the same physician or same-specialty group during a procedure’s postoperative global period that is unrelated…

Related Provider Taxonomies

8 rows

Taxonomy Code	Specialty	Notes
207L00000X	Anesthesiology Physician	An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an opera…
208D00000X	General Practice Physician	A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions.
261QM2500X	Medical Specialty Clinic/Center	An entity, facility, or distinct part of a facility providing diagnostic, treatment, and prescriptive services related to a specific area of medical s…
208000000X	Pediatrics Physician	A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectru…
3336C0002X	Clinic Pharmacy	A pharmacy in a clinic, emergency room or hospital (outpatient) that dispenses medications to patients for self-administration under the supervision o…
225XH1300X	Human Factors Occupational Therapist	Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers · Occupational Therapist
156FX1900X	Orthoptist	An orthoptist is an allied health professional skilled in evaluation and treatment of children and adults with eye movement difficulties. Their specia…
204F00000X	Transplant Surgery Physician	A surgeon who specializes in transplant surgery.

Related ICD-10-CM Codes

26 rows

ICD-10-CM Code	Description
G82.20	Paraplegia, unspecified
G83.4	Cauda equina syndrome
M16.11	Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
M17.11	Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
M19.071	Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
M24.171	Other articular cartilage disorders, right ankle
M24.271	Disorder of ligament, right ankle
M25.561	Pain in right knee
M51.26	Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
M51.27	Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region

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HCPCS E0100: Cane, Adjustable or Fixed, With Tip

HCPCS-E0105-CANE-QUAD-THREE-PRONG-MOBILITY-AID

HCPCS Level II E0105: Cane, Quad or Three-Prong, Includes Tips

HCPCS-E0110-FOREARM-CRUTCHES-PAIR-DME-MOBILITY

HCPCS Level II E0110: Forearm Crutches, Pair, Complete with Tips and Handgrips

HCPCS-E0111-CRUTCH-FOREARM-DURABLE-MEDICAL-EQUIPMENT

HCPCS Level II E0111: Crutch, Forearm, With Tip and Handgrips

HCPCS-E0112-UNDERARM-WOOD-CRUTCHES-PAIR

HCPCS Level II E0112: Underarm Wooden Crutches, Pair

HCPCS-E0113-CRUTCH-UNDERARM-WOOD-ADJUSTABLE-FIXED-WITH-PAD-TIP-HANDGRIP

HCPCS Level II E0113: Crutch Underarm, Wood, Adjustable or Fixed

HCPCS-E0116-UNDERARM-CRUTCH-NON-WOOD-ADJUSTABLE-FIXED

HCPCS E0116: Underarm Crutch, Non-Wood, Adjustable/Fixed with Pad

HCPCS-E0117-ARTICULATING-SPRING-ASSISTED-UNDERARM-CRUTCH

HCPCS Level II E0117: Crutch, Underarm, Articulating, Spring-Assisted

HCPCS-E0118-LOWER-LEG-PLATFORM-CRUTCH-SUBSTITUTE

HCPCS E0118: Crutch Substitute, Lower Leg Platform

HCPCS-E0130-RIGID-PICKUP-WALKER-ADJUSTABLE-FIXED-HEIGHT

HCPCS Level II E0130: Walker, Rigid (Pickup), Adjustable or Fixed Height

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Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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Clinical Context

Related CPT Codes

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Related ICD-10-CM Codes

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Clinical Context

Related CPT Codes

Related Modifiers

Related Provider Taxonomies

Related ICD-10-CM Codes

Related Codes

References

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Clinical Context

Related CPT Codes

Related Modifiers

Related Provider Taxonomies

Related ICD-10-CM Codes

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What is the clinical context for the use of HCPCS Level II code `E0114` for underarm crutches?

Which related CPT codes may be used in conjunction with HCPCS Level II code `E0114` for underarm crutches?

Which ICD-10 codes are clinically relevant to HCPCS Level II code `E0114` for underarm crutches?

What payers cover HCPCS Level II code `E0114` for underarm crutches?

What is the title and summary of HCPCS Level II code `E0114` for underarm crutches?

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Clinical & Coding Specifications

Clinical Context

Related CPT Codes

Related Modifiers

Related Provider Taxonomies

Related ICD-10-CM Codes

Related Codes

What is the clinical context for the use of HCPCS Level II code `E0114` for underarm crutches?

Which related CPT codes may be used in conjunction with HCPCS Level II code `E0114` for underarm crutches?

Which ICD-10 codes are clinically relevant to HCPCS Level II code `E0114` for underarm crutches?

What payers cover HCPCS Level II code `E0114` for underarm crutches?

What is the title and summary of HCPCS Level II code `E0114` for underarm crutches?

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