E0983 – Manual wheelchair accessory, power add-on to convert manual wheelchair to motorized wheelchair, joystick control

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

Active code Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeE0983
Long description
Manual wheelchair accessory, power add-on to convert manual wheelchair to motorized wheelchair, joystick control
Short description
Add pwr joystick
Pricing indicator
36 DME – capped rental
Medicare coverage
C Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor
BETOS category
D1D Wheelchairs
Added
January 1, 2004
Last change
January 1, 2004 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code E0983?

E0983 is a HCPCS Level II code for manual wheelchair accessory, power add-on to convert manual wheelchair to motorized wheelchair, joystick control.

Does Medicare cover E0983?

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.