HCPCS Level II · Temporary codes for DME regional carriers
K0744Absorptive wound dressing for use with suction pump, home model, portable, pad size 16 square inches or less
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Source: CMS HCPCS quarterly update, October 2026. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About K0744
K0744 is an HCPCS Level II code in the K series (temporary codes for DME regional carriers), describing absorptive wound dressing for use with suction pump, home model, portable, pad size 16 square inches or less.
It was added to HCPCS effective 07/01/2011.
Its Medicare coverage code is "C", meaning coverage is left to the Medicare contractor's judgment.
Details
- Short description
- Absorp drg <= 16 suc pump
- Date added
- 07/01/2011
- Action effective
- 07/01/2011
- BETOS
- D1E
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- K0738Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing
- K0739Repair or nonroutine service for durable medical equipment other than oxygen equipment requiring the skill of a technician, labor component, per 15 minutes
- K0740Repair or nonroutine service for oxygen equipment requiring the skill of a technician, labor component, per 15 minutes
- K0743Suction pump, home model, portable, for use on wounds
- K0745Absorptive wound dressing for use with suction pump, home model, portable, pad size more than 16 square inches but less than or equal to 48 square inches
- K0746Absorptive wound dressing for use with suction pump, home model, portable, pad size greater than 48 square inches
Common questions about K0744
Is HCPCS K0744 still valid?
- Yes. K0744 is active in the CMS October 2026 HCPCS file.
Does Medicare cover K0744?
- Its coverage code is "C": coverage is left to the Medicare contractor's judgment. Check the local coverage determination for your region.