HCPCS Code L3956

Addition of joint to upper extremity orthosis, any material; per joint
Code effective Jan 01, 1997

HCPCS Section
Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures, Devices

L3956 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Addition of joint to upper extremity orthosis, any material; per joint or (Add joint upper ext orthosis) for short. HCPCS L3956 has been effective since 01/01/1997 and applies to Lump sum purchase of DME, prosthetics, orthotics.

HCPCS Code Details - L3956

HCPCS Level II Code
Section L - Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures, Devices
HCPCS Code L3956
Description

Long description:
Addition of joint to upper extremity orthosis, any material; per joint

Short description:
Add joint upper ext orthosis

HCPCS Pricing indicator 38 - Orthotics, prosthetics, prosthetic devices & vision services (price subject to floors and ceilings)
Multiple pricing indicator A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Coverage code C - Carrier judgment
BETOS2 code D1F - Prosthetic/Orthotic devices
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service P - Lump sum purchase of DME, prosthetics, orthotics
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 1997
Date added Added Jan 01, 1997

See also

  • HCPCS L3935 · Finger orthosis, nontorsion joint, may include soft interface, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment

  • HCPCS L3960 · Shoulder elbow wrist hand orthosis, abduction positioning, airplane design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment

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