Coding for Commode HCPCS or cpt code is quite confusing for coders since their are different variety of commode used by old age patients depending on their requirement. If coders can understand the which type of commode of used by the patient then it will be easy to assign the correct and right code.
Below I am sharing the HCPCS codes used for commode which might clear your doubts.
E0163 Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with fixed arms
E0165 Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with detachable arms
E0168 Commode chair, extra wide and/or heavy duty, stationary or mobile, with or without arms, any type, each
E0170 Commode chair with integrated seat lift mechanism, electric, any type (see below image)
The seat lift mechanism gives a extra flexibility to use this chair. The seat can be lift forward or tilt backward depending on the use of the commode by the patient. This chair is available in manual or electric mode as well.
E0171 Commode chair with integrated seat lift mechanism, non-electric, any type
E0167 Pail or pan for use with commode chair, replacement only
Commode pail <image credit>
E0627 Seat lift mechanism, electric, any type
E0629 Seat lift mechanism, non-electric, any type
E0244 Raised toilet seat
