Summary & Overview
HCPCS E0950: Wheelchair Accessory, Tray
HCPCS Level II code E0950 designates a wheelchair accessory: a tray provided for use with a wheelchair. Nationally, this code is used to bill for a common durable medical equipment accessory that supports activities of daily living and mobility-device functionality. Coverage and payment for such accessories affect beneficiaries across care settings, from home and outpatient environments to long-term care facilities.
Key payers in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of how E0950 is defined clinically, where the accessory is typically used, and which payers commonly process claims for this item. The publication also summarizes benchmark payment considerations, documentation expectations for durable medical equipment accessories, and relevant policy or coding guidance updates when available.
The piece aims to inform billing staff, DME suppliers, compliance officers, and policy analysts about the classification and typical use cases for E0950, plus what to expect in payer interactions and claims processing. Data not available in the input will be identified as such in the detailed sections.
Billing Code Overview
HCPCS Level II code E0950 describes a wheelchair accessory, tray, each. This item is an accessory designed to attach to a wheelchair to provide a stable surface for activities such as eating, writing, or supporting personal items.
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Service type: Durable medical equipment accessory
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Typical site of service: Use is typically associated with outpatient, home, long-term care, and community settings where a wheelchair is used
Clinical & Coding Specifications
Clinical Context
A 72-year-old patient with advanced osteoarthritis and limited upper extremity strength uses a standard manual wheelchair for mobility. During a durable medical equipment (DME) home assessment, the wheelchair seating specialist documents difficulty maintaining a stable surface for meals, medication preparation, and activities of daily living while seated. The clinician orders a wheelchair accessory tray to attach to the armrests or frame to provide a stable, hygienic surface for eating, writing, and grooming. The DME supplier completes measurement, verifies wheelchair model compatibility, documents medical necessity in the patient record, delivers the tray, fits it to the wheelchair, and provides patient education on safe use and cleaning. Follow-up occurs by phone or clinic visit to ensure fit and function.
Coding Specifications
| Modifier | Description | When to Use |
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00 | Standard - no modifier | Use when no special circumstances apply to the billed item. |
62 | Two Surgeons | Not typically used for DME; included only if billing systems require standard modifier lists. |