E0291 – Hospital bed, fixed height, without side rails, without mattress

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

Active code Special coverage instructions apply

HCPCS codeE0291
Long description
Hospital bed, fixed height, without side rails, without mattress
Short description
Hosp bed fx ht w/o rail w/o
Pricing indicator
36 DME – capped rental
Medicare coverage
D Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS category
D1B Hospital beds
Added
January 1, 1991
Last change
January 1, 1991 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code E0291?

E0291 is a HCPCS Level II code for hospital bed, fixed height, without side rails, without mattress.

Does Medicare cover E0291?

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.