E0457 – Chest shell (cuirass)

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

Active code Not payable by Medicare

HCPCS codeE0457
Long description
Chest shell (cuirass)
Short description
Chest shell
Pricing indicator
00 Not separately priced by Part B (bundled, not covered or Part A only)
Medicare coverage
I Not payable by Medicare
BETOS category
D1E Other DME
Added
January 1, 1990
Last change
January 1, 2014 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code E0457?

E0457 is a HCPCS Level II code for chest shell (cuirass).

Does Medicare cover E0457?

The HCPCS file lists coverage code I: Not payable by Medicare. 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.