E0255 – Hospital bed, variable height, hi-lo, with any type side rails, with mattress

HCPCS Level II code · E codes: Durable Medical Equipment (DME)

Active code Special coverage instructions apply

HCPCS codeE0255
Long description
Hospital bed, variable height, hi-lo, with any type side rails, with mattress
Short description
Hospital bed var ht w/ mattr
Pricing indicator
36 DME – capped rental
Medicare coverage
D Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS category
D1B Hospital beds
Added
January 1, 1986
Last change
January 1, 1991 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code E0255?

E0255 is a HCPCS Level II code for hospital bed, variable height, hi-lo, with any type side rails, with mattress.

Does Medicare cover E0255?

The HCPCS file lists coverage code D: Special coverage instructions apply. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.

Nearby E codes

Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.