HCPCS code K0046 — Elev lgrst lwr exten repl ea.
Status: Active.
Effective Jan 1, 2017.
Source: CMS HCPCS Level II.
K0046
ActiveElev lgrst lwr exten repl ea
Elevating legrest, lower extension tube, replacement only, each
Category:
Temporary DME
Section:
K-codes: Temporary DME Codes
Effective:
Jan 1, 2017
Code type:
alphanumeric
OPPS Status:
Y
— Non-implantable durable medical equipment
MUE — Medically Unlikely Edits
Maximum units of K0046 Medicare will pay for one beneficiary on one date of service. Claims exceeding the MUE are denied or returned for review.
| Service Type | Max Units / Day |
|---|---|
| DME Supplier | 2 |
| Outpatient Hospital | 0 |
| Practitioner Services | 0 |
Source: CMS Medicare NCCI Medically Unlikely Edits