HCPCS Code L5678

Additions to lower extremity, below knee, joint covers, pair
Code effective Jan 01, 1996

HCPCS Section
Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures, Devices

L5678 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Additions to lower extremity, below knee, joint covers, pair or (Bk joint covers pair) for short. HCPCS L5678 has been effective since 01/01/1996 and applies to Lump sum purchase of DME, prosthetics, orthotics.

HCPCS Code Details - L5678

HCPCS Level II Code
Section L - Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures, Devices
HCPCS Code L5678
Description

Long description:
Additions to lower extremity, below knee, joint covers, pair

Short description:
Bk joint covers pair

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, 1996
Date added Added Jan 01, 1984

See also

  • HCPCS L5650 · Additions to lower extremity, total contact, above knee or knee disarticulation socket

  • HCPCS L5676 · Additions to lower extremity, below knee, knee joints, single axis, pair

  • HCPCS L5677 · Additions to lower extremity, below knee, knee joints, polycentric, pair

  • HCPCS L5679 · Addition to lower extremity, below knee/above knee, custom fabricated from existing mold or prefabricated, socket insert, silicone gel, elastomeric, or equal, with or without perforations, with or without breathable material, not for use with locking mechanism

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2 BETOS stands for “Berenson-Eggers Type Of Service”

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