E1228 – Special back height for wheelchair

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

Active code Special coverage instructions apply

HCPCS codeE1228
Long description
Special back height for wheelchair
Short description
Wheelchair spec sz spec ht b
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 E1228?

E1228 is a HCPCS Level II code for special back height for wheelchair.

Does Medicare cover E1228?

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.