HCPCS Code L8720

External lower extremity sensory prosthetic device, cutaneous stimulation of mechanoreceptors proximal to the ankle, per leg
Code effective Oct 01, 2024

HCPCS Section
Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures, Devices

L8720 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning External lower extremity sensory prosthetic device, cutaneous stimulation of mechanoreceptors proximal to the ankle, per leg or (Ext low ext sens prosthe mec) for short. HCPCS L8720 has been effective since 10/01/2024 and applies to Lump sum purchase of DME, prosthetics, orthotics.

HCPCS Code Details - L8720

HCPCS Level II Code
Section L - Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures, Devices
HCPCS Code L8720
Description

Long description:
External lower extremity sensory prosthetic device, cutaneous stimulation of mechanoreceptors proximal to the ankle, per leg

Short description:
Ext low ext sens prosthe mec

HCPCS Pricing indicator 46 - Carrier priced (e.g., not otherwise classified, individual determination, carrier discretion, gap-filled amounts)
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 Oct 01, 2024
Date added Added Oct 01, 2024

See also

  • HCPCS L8702 · Powered upper extremity range of motion assist device, elbow, wrist, hand, finger, single or double upright(s), includes microprocessor, sensors, all components and accessories, custom fabricated

  • HCPCS E0743 · External lower extremity nerve stimulator for restless legs syndrome, each

  • HCPCS L8721 · Receptor sole for use with l8720, replacement, each

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

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