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Last Verified: October 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.
Special height arms for wheelchair
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Durable Medical Equipment Other Wheelchairs and Accessories |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $282.51 median of the 6 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for E1227 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS E1227 by major payers:
$267.08
$200.02
$199.80
$398.29
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HCPCS E1227
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Chu Chen
Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.
$602.87Published rateProgressive Emergency Physicians PLLC
$199.41Published rateHospital Authority Of Ben Hill, Dorminy Medical Center
$180.38Published rateThe Medical Center Inc, Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown
The Medical Center Inc
$135.30Published ratePalmyra Park Hospital, Inc., Palmyra Medical Centers
$18.04Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS E1227 vs. Other Other Wheelchairs and Accessories Codes
The HCPCS E1227 code is part of the Durable Medical Equipment services used for Other Wheelchairs and Accessories. 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 E1227 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 |
|---|---|---|
| E1226-HCPCS | Moderate | Wheelchair accessory, manual fully reclining back, (recline greater than 80 degrees), each |
| E1227-HCPCS | Moderate | Special height arms for wheelchair |
| E1228-HCPCS | Moderate | Special back height for wheelchair |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS E1227. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the E1227 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
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Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
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Provider Type
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