E0956 – Wheelchair accessory, lateral trunk or hip support, any type, including fixed mounting hardware, each

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

Active code Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeE0956
Long description
Wheelchair accessory, lateral trunk or hip support, any type, including fixed mounting hardware, each
Short description
W/c lateral trunk/hip suppor
Pricing indicator
32 DME – inexpensive & routinely purchased
Medicare coverage
C Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor
BETOS category
D1D Wheelchairs
Added
January 1, 2004
Last change
January 1, 2005 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code E0956?

E0956 is a HCPCS Level II code for wheelchair accessory, lateral trunk or hip support, any type, including fixed mounting hardware, each.

Does Medicare cover E0956?

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.