E1221 – Wheelchair with fixed arm, footrests

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

Active code Special coverage instructions apply

HCPCS codeE1221
Long description
Wheelchair with fixed arm, footrests
Short description
Wheelchair spec size w foot
Pricing indicator
36 DME – capped rental
Medicare coverage
D Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS category
D1D Wheelchairs
Added
January 1, 1986
Last change
January 1, 1990 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code E1221?

E1221 is a HCPCS Level II code for wheelchair with fixed arm, footrests.

Does Medicare cover E1221?

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.