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Last Verified: September 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Commode chair, extra wide and/or heavy duty, stationary or mobile, with or without arms, any type, each
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Durable Medical Equipment Commode Chair and Supplies |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for E0168 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS E0168 by major payers:
$84.83
$98.38
$91.86
$164.40
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HCPCS E0168
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Chu Chen
Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.
$288.07Published rateJenkins County Hospital LLC, Optim Medical Center - Jenkins
$98.09Published rateGrady Memorial Hospital Corporation, Grady Health Systems
Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation
$80.02Published rateEffingham Hospital, Inc., Effingham Health System
Effingham Hospital Inc
$56.18Published rateWildwood Sanitarium, Incorporated, Wildwood Lifestyle Center And Hospital
Wildwood Sanitarium Incorporated
$5.34Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS E0168 vs. Other Commode Chair and Supplies Codes
The HCPCS E0168 code is part of the Durable Medical Equipment services used for Commode Chair and Supplies. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The HCPCS E0168 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| E0167-HCPCS | Low | Pail or pan for use with commode chair, replacement only |
| E0168-HCPCS | Low | Commode chair, extra wide and/or heavy duty, stationary or mobile, with or without arms, any type, each |
| E0170-HCPCS | High | Commode chair with integrated seat lift mechanism, electric, any type |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS E0168. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the E0168 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies
Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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