HCPCS Level II · Temporary codes for DME regional carriers
K1018External upper limb tremor stimulator of the peripheral nerves of the wrist
Terminated 12/31/2023
Source: CMS HCPCS quarterly update, October 2026. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About K1018
K1018 is an HCPCS Level II code in the K series (temporary codes for DME regional carriers), describing external upper limb tremor stimulator of the peripheral nerves of the wrist.
It was added to HCPCS effective 04/01/2021, and its current record took effect 01/01/2024.
It was terminated on 12/31/2023 and can't be billed for later dates of service.
Its Medicare coverage code is "C", meaning coverage is left to the Medicare contractor's judgment.
Details
- Short description
- Ext up limb tremor stim wris
- Date added
- 04/01/2021
- Action effective
- 01/01/2024
- Termination date
- 12/31/2023
- BETOS
- D1E
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Common questions about K1018
Is HCPCS K1018 still valid?
- No. K1018 was terminated on 12/31/2023.
Does Medicare cover K1018?
- Its coverage code is "C": coverage is left to the Medicare contractor's judgment. Check the local coverage determination for your region.