Prosthetic sheath/sock, including a gel cushion layer, below knee or above knee, each
Code effective Jan 01, 1997
HCPCS Section
Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures, Devices
L8417 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Prosthetic sheath/sock, including a gel cushion layer, below knee or above knee, each or (Pros sheath/sock w gel cushn) for short. HCPCS L8417 has been effective since 01/01/1997 and applies to Lump sum purchase of DME, prosthetics, orthotics.
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HCPCS Level II Code Section L - Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures, Devices |
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| HCPCS Code | L8417 |
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| Description |
Long description:
Short description: |
| HCPCS Pricing indicator |
38 - Orthotics, prosthetics, prosthetic devices & vision services (price subject to floors and ceilings)
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| Multiple pricing indicator |
A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
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| 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 |
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