E0849 – Traction equipment, cervical, free-standing stand/frame, pneumatic, applying traction force to other than mandible

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

Active code Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeE0849
Long description
Traction equipment, cervical, free-standing stand/frame, pneumatic, applying traction force to other than mandible
Short description
Cervical pneum trac equip
Pricing indicator
36 DME – capped rental
Medicare coverage
C Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor
BETOS category
D1E Other DME
Added
January 1, 2005
Last change
April 1, 2014 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code E0849?

E0849 is a HCPCS Level II code for traction equipment, cervical, free-standing stand/frame, pneumatic, applying traction force to other than mandible.

Does Medicare cover E0849?

The HCPCS file lists coverage code C: Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor. 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.