HCPCS Level II E1083: Hemi-wheelchair with Elevating Leg Rest

HCPCS Level II code E1083 describes a hemi-wheelchair with fixed full-length arms and a swing-away detachable elevating leg rest, a durable medical equipment mobility device used to provide limited-access seating and mobility for patients with lower-extremity weakness or unilateral mobility needs; service type: provision of a specialty wheelchair device; typical site of service: durable medical equipment supplier, outpatient clinic, or home use for mobility assistance.

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HCPCS Level II E1083: Hemi-wheelchair with Elevating Leg Rest

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Clinical & Coding Specifications

Clinical Context

A typical patient is an adult with limited unilateral lower extremity mobility or stable hemiparesis requiring a compact mobility device for home and community use. The patient may have a diagnosis such as post-stroke hemiparesis, lower-extremity amputation with contralateral weakness, severe unilateral knee arthropathy, or progressive neuromuscular disease where a full-size wheelchair is unnecessary and a hemi-wheelchair provides needed access in narrow spaces. The clinical workflow begins with a clinician (physiatrist, rehabilitation physician, or orthopedic surgeon) evaluating mobility needs, functional status, and home environment. A mobility assessment and gait/transfer evaluation are documented, followed by a physician order for a mobility device specifying E1083 (hemi-wheelchair, fixed full length arms, swing away detachable elevating leg rest). A supplier performs a face-to-face visit, documents measurements, seating/fit, and trains the patient/caregiver on safe transfers, positioning, and leg-rest use. Durable medical equipment billing occurs to the patient’s primary payor (for example, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, BUCA, Medicare) with applicable modifiers appended as indicated by the service circumstances (e.g., place of service, bilateral procedures, or special payment rules). Follow-up visits assess fit, skin integrity, and functional outcomes, and repairs or adjustments are billed separately as needed.

Related CPT Codes

CPT Code	Description	Relationship to This Procedure
`97530`	Therapeutic activities, direct (one-on-one) patient contact by the provider, each 15 minutes	Functional training and mobility practice performed before or after wheelchair delivery to train transfers and safe propulsion.
`97161`	Physical therapy evaluation: low complexity	Initial PT evaluation that may support the medical necessity documentation for `E1083`.
`97110`	Therapeutic exercises to develop strength and endurance, each 15 minutes	Strengthening exercises to prepare for safe use of a hemi-wheelchair; often part of pre-delivery therapy.
`99509`	Home visit for DME setup and instruction (non-specific code often used by suppliers where allowed)	Used by suppliers to bill for in-home setup, training, and fitting; verify payor acceptance.
`97162`	Physical therapy evaluation: moderate complexity	Used when evaluation is more detailed and supports complex fitting or custom modifications.

Related Modifiers

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Modifier	Description	When to Use
22	Modifier –22 (Increased Procedural Services) is used when a reported procedure is substantially more extensive than normally required. The CPT Manual and CMS state it may be appended only when the…	- When to use: Append modifier -22 to a procedural CPT code when the service performed is substantially more extensive than the usual service described by that code — i.e., the procedure required…
26	Modifier 26 (Professional Component) identifies and bills only the professional portion of a split service — the physician’s interpretation, report, and medical judgment — when the technical…	- Use CPT Modifier -26 when you are billing only the professional component (PC) of a split‑bill eligible service—i.e., you performed the physician interpretation, medical judgment and prepared a…
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…
62	Modifier 62 indicates that two surgeons function as co‑surgeons, each performing distinct parts of the same primary surgical procedure. It is appended to the primary procedure code (and any…	- Use modifier -62 when two surgeons act as co‑surgeons (both primary surgeons) on a single definitive primary procedure, each performing distinct parts of the same surgical procedure (append -62 to…
78	CPT modifier -78 indicates an unplanned, related return to the operating or procedure room by the same provider during the global postoperative period. It is appended when treatment for a…	- Use modifier -78 when an unplanned, related complication during the original procedure’s global postoperative period requires the patient to return to a formal operating or procedure room and the…
80	CPT® Modifier 80 (Assistant Surgeon) is appended to a surgical CPT code when a physician (MD or DO) provides full, continuous assistance throughout the operative procedure. It is intended only for…	- Use CPT Modifier -80 when a physician (MD or DO) serves as an assistant surgeon and provides full, continuous assistance throughout the entire operative procedure; append -80 to the surgical CPT…

Related Provider Taxonomies

8 rows

Taxonomy Code	Specialty	Notes
207R00000X	Internal Medicine Physician	A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults…
3336C0003X	Community/Retail Pharmacy	A pharmacy where pharmacists store, prepare, and dispense medicinal preparations and/or prescriptions for a local patient population in accordance wit…
363L00000X	Nurse Practitioner	(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision mak…
213EG0000X	Deactivated - Podiatrist
364SC2300X	Chronic Care Clinical Nurse Specialist	Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers · Clinical Nurse Specialist
156F00000X	Technician/Technologist	A broad category grouping different kinds of technologists and technicians. See individual definitions.
2471M2300X	Mammography Radiologic Technologist	A radiologic technologist who specializes in mammography and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, s…
2084B0040X	Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry Physician	Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry is a medical subspecialty involving the diagnosis and treatment of neurologically based behavioral issues.

Related ICD-10-CM Codes

25 rows

ICD-10-CM Code	Description
G23.9	Degenerative disease of basal ganglia, unspecified
G82.20	Paraplegia, unspecified
G82.50	Quadriplegia, unspecified
G83.4	Cauda equina syndrome
I69.391	Dysphagia following cerebral infarction
I69.398	Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
M10.071	Idiopathic gout, right ankle and foot
M16.11	Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
M16.12	Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
M17.0	Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

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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-E0114-UNDERARM-CRUTCHES-PAIR-ADJUSTABLE-FIXED

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

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

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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
`97530`	Therapeutic activities, direct (one-on-one) patient contact by the provider, each 15 minutes	Functional training and mobility practice performed before or after wheelchair delivery to train transfers and safe propulsion.
`97161`	Physical therapy evaluation: low complexity	Initial PT evaluation that may support the medical necessity documentation for `E1083`.
`97110`	Therapeutic exercises to develop strength and endurance, each 15 minutes	Strengthening exercises to prepare for safe use of a hemi-wheelchair; often part of pre-delivery therapy.
`99509`	Home visit for DME setup and instruction (non-specific code often used by suppliers where allowed)	Used by suppliers to bill for in-home setup, training, and fitting; verify payor acceptance.
`97162`	Physical therapy evaluation: moderate complexity	Used when evaluation is more detailed and supports complex fitting or custom modifications.

Related Modifiers

7 rows

Modifier	Description	When to Use
22	Modifier –22 (Increased Procedural Services) is used when a reported procedure is substantially more extensive than normally required. The CPT Manual and CMS state it may be appended only when the…	- When to use: Append modifier -22 to a procedural CPT code when the service performed is substantially more extensive than the usual service described by that code — i.e., the procedure required…
26	Modifier 26 (Professional Component) identifies and bills only the professional portion of a split service — the physician’s interpretation, report, and medical judgment — when the technical…	- Use CPT Modifier -26 when you are billing only the professional component (PC) of a split‑bill eligible service—i.e., you performed the physician interpretation, medical judgment and prepared a…
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…
62	Modifier 62 indicates that two surgeons function as co‑surgeons, each performing distinct parts of the same primary surgical procedure. It is appended to the primary procedure code (and any…	- Use modifier -62 when two surgeons act as co‑surgeons (both primary surgeons) on a single definitive primary procedure, each performing distinct parts of the same surgical procedure (append -62 to…
78	CPT modifier -78 indicates an unplanned, related return to the operating or procedure room by the same provider during the global postoperative period. It is appended when treatment for a…	- Use modifier -78 when an unplanned, related complication during the original procedure’s global postoperative period requires the patient to return to a formal operating or procedure room and the…
80	CPT® Modifier 80 (Assistant Surgeon) is appended to a surgical CPT code when a physician (MD or DO) provides full, continuous assistance throughout the operative procedure. It is intended only for…	- Use CPT Modifier -80 when a physician (MD or DO) serves as an assistant surgeon and provides full, continuous assistance throughout the entire operative procedure; append -80 to the surgical CPT…

Related Provider Taxonomies

8 rows

Taxonomy Code	Specialty	Notes
207R00000X	Internal Medicine Physician	A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults…
3336C0003X	Community/Retail Pharmacy	A pharmacy where pharmacists store, prepare, and dispense medicinal preparations and/or prescriptions for a local patient population in accordance wit…
363L00000X	Nurse Practitioner	(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision mak…
213EG0000X	Deactivated - Podiatrist
364SC2300X	Chronic Care Clinical Nurse Specialist	Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers · Clinical Nurse Specialist
156F00000X	Technician/Technologist	A broad category grouping different kinds of technologists and technicians. See individual definitions.
2471M2300X	Mammography Radiologic Technologist	A radiologic technologist who specializes in mammography and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, s…
2084B0040X	Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry Physician	Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry is a medical subspecialty involving the diagnosis and treatment of neurologically based behavioral issues.

Related ICD-10-CM Codes

25 rows

ICD-10-CM Code	Description
G23.9	Degenerative disease of basal ganglia, unspecified
G82.20	Paraplegia, unspecified
G82.50	Quadriplegia, unspecified
G83.4	Cauda equina syndrome
I69.391	Dysphagia following cerebral infarction
I69.398	Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
M10.071	Idiopathic gout, right ankle and foot
M16.11	Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
M16.12	Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
M17.0	Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

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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-E0114-UNDERARM-CRUTCHES-PAIR-ADJUSTABLE-FIXED

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

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

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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

Related Modifiers

Related Provider Taxonomies

Related ICD-10-CM Codes

Related Codes

References

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Clinical Context

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Related Modifiers

Related Provider Taxonomies

Related ICD-10-CM Codes

Related Codes

References

HCPCS Level II E1083: Hemi-wheelchair with Elevating Leg Rest

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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 does HCPCS code E1083 represent?

What clinical documentation and workflow are described for ordering and delivering an E1083 hemi-wheelchair?

Which CPT codes commonly relate to services before or after delivery of E1083?

Which billing modifiers are commonly used with E1083 claims and when are they applied?

Which payers and sites of service are associated with claims for E1083, and does the page provide coverage or reimbursement rates?

References

Clinical & Coding Specifications

Clinical Context

Related CPT Codes

Related Modifiers

Related Provider Taxonomies

Related ICD-10-CM Codes

Related Codes

What does HCPCS code E1083 represent?

What clinical documentation and workflow are described for ordering and delivering an E1083 hemi-wheelchair?

Which CPT codes commonly relate to services before or after delivery of E1083?

Which billing modifiers are commonly used with E1083 claims and when are they applied?

Which payers and sites of service are associated with claims for E1083, and does the page provide coverage or reimbursement rates?

References