K0001 – Standard wheelchair

HCPCS Level II code · K codes: Temporary Codes for DME

Active code Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeK0001
Long description
Standard wheelchair
Short description
Standard wheelchair
Pricing indicator
36 DME – capped rental
Medicare coverage
C Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor
BETOS category
D1D Wheelchairs
Added
January 1, 1994
Last change
January 1, 1994 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code K0001?

K0001 is a HCPCS Level II code for standard wheelchair.

Does Medicare cover K0001?

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 K codes

Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.