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Orthotics
Medical Coverage Policy
Effective Date: 01/01/2012 Revision Date: 01/01/2012 Review Date: 04/28/2011 Policy Number: CLPD-0330-013
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Disclaimer Description Coverage Determination Background
Medical Alternatives Provider Claims Codes Medical Terms References
Disclaimer
State and federal law, as well as contract language, including definitions and specific inclusions/ exclusions, take precedence over clinical policy and must be considered first in determining eligibility for coverage. Coverage may also differ for our Medicare and/or Medicaid members based on any applicable Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) coverage statements including National Coverage Determinations (NCD), Local Medical Review Policies (LMRP), and/or Local Coverage Determinations. See the CMS web site at http://www.cms.hhs.gov/. The member's health plan benefits, in effect on the date services are rendered, must be used. Clinical policy is not intended to preempt the judgment of the reviewing Medical Director or dictate to providers how to practice medicine. Providers are expected to exercise their medical judgment in rendering the most appropriate care. Identification of selected brand names of devices, tests, and procedures in a Medical Coverage Policy are for reference only and is not an endorsement of any one device, test or procedure over another. Clinical technology is constantly evolving, and we reserve the right to review and update this policy periodically. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any shape or form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, or otherwise, without permission from Humana Inc.
Description Orthotics are devices that are utilized to support, align, prevent, or correct deformities or to improve the function of movable parts of the body. Orthotics includes braces (devices that support a weak joint or joints), splints (rigid devices used to immobilize an injury), casts (devices used for immobilization of body parts for fractures), supports and other devices. There are two classifications of orthotics: over-the-counter and custom-made. Custom made or custom fitted involves substantial work such as cutting, bending, molding or sewing. For custom molded orthoses, an impression of the specific body part is made and is used to make a model. The orthosis is molded from that model. Over-the-counter orthotics are available without a prescription and are not custom-fitted for the individual. These are generally not covered under the Plan. Orthopedic shoes are shoes used to prevent or correct disorders of the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and cartilage of the legs and feet.
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Coverage Determination
Any state mandates for orthotics would take precedence over this clinical policy. Humana members may be eligible under the Plan for orthotics, which would include braces, splints, and supports that are prescribed by a physician, if they are custom-fitted or custom-made by the physician or brace shop for the specific needs of the patient and rigid or semi-rigid in structure. The following also applies for shoes:
Specially constructed shoes that are an integral part of a leg brace (the shoe cannot be removed from the brace without making the shoe unusable); OR
Cast boots or shoes requested by the surgeon following a surgical procedure or treatment of a fracture; OR
One pair of custom made or custom fitted arch supports or shoes per calendar year ONLY for members with hammer toe or with sensory or vascular abnormalities of the feet due to diabetes mellitus.
Examples of orthotics include, but may not be limited to:
Air splints.
Cervical collars post-surgery
Denis-Browne or torsion bar braces.
Figure-eight splints for clavicle fractures.
Finger splints for volar plate or tendon avulsions.
Knee immobilizers for internal derangements and ligament sprains.
Lumbar braces with metal stays, custom-fitted.
Serial casting and plaster splinting.
Wrist splints for carpal tunnel syndrome.
Substitute casts, splints, trusses, crutches, and non-dental braces, when required by growth or a change in medical condition and their replacement when irreparable.
V-Loc unloader back brace (must be utilized for activities of daily living, not just for sporting activities).
Note: This criteria for orthotics is not consistent with the Medicare National Coverage Policy, and therefore may not be applicable to Medicare members.
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Refer to the CMS web site at http://www.cms.hhs.gov for additional information.
Coverage Limitations
Humana members may NOT be eligible under the Plan for the following types of supports (list may not be all inclusive) as they are generally excluded by contract or not considered medically necessary:
Any over-the-counter devices such as arch supports, wrist supports, knee supports and heel cups because they are not custom fitted or custom made
Braces used only for activities other than normal daily living, this includes braces used for sports
Fabric supports
Heel wedges, lifts or shoe inserts
Lumbar sacral supports, industrial back braces
Mechanical stretch devices, which includes static progressive (SP) stretch (Dynasplint , low-load prolonged-duration stretch (LLPS) (Joint Active Systems , and patient-actuated serial stretch (PASS) devices (Extensionaters and Flexionaters). Please refer to the Continuous Passive Motion and Mechanical Stretching Devices Medical Coverage Policy for additional coverage information on these devices
Repair and replacement of orthotics
SpineCor System Dynamic Corrective Brace
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Background You can learn more about injuries and/or disorders that may constitute the use of braces, supports or splints from the following sites:
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons – http://www.aaos.org
American Academy of Pediatrics - http://www.aap.org
American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons – http://www.acfas.org
National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse – http://www.diabetes.niddk.nih.gov
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke -http://www.ninds.gov
National Library of Medicine - http://www.nlm.nih.gov.
Medical Alternatives
To make the best health decision for your individual needs, consult your physician.
Provider Claims Codes
All provider claims codes surrounding this topic may not be included in the following table:
CPT© Codes
Description Comments
97760 Orthotic(s) management and training (including assessment and fitting when not otherwise reported), upper extremity(s), lower extremity(s) and/or trunk, each 15 minutes
97762 Checkout for orthotic/prosthetic use, established patient, each 15 minutes
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HCPCS© Codes
Description Comments
Diabetic Shoes and Shoe Inserts
A5500 For diabetics only, fitting (including follow-up) custom preparation and supply of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe manufactured to accommodate multi-density insert(s), per shoe
Must have diagnosis of
diabetes
A5501 For diabetics only, fitting (including follow-up) custom preparation and supply of shoe molded from cast(s) of patient's foot (custom molded shoe), per shoe
Must have diagnosis of
diabetes
A5503 For diabetics only, modification (including fitting) of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe or custom molded shoe with roller or rigid rocker bottom, per shoe
Must have diagnosis of
diabetes
A5504 For diabetics only, modification (including fitting) of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe or custom molded shoe with wedge(s), per shoe
Must have diagnosis of
diabetes
A5505 For diabetics only, modification (including fitting) of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe or custom molded shoe with metatarsal bar, per shoe
Must have diagnosis of
diabetes
A5506 For diabetics only, modification (including fitting) of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe or custom molded shoe with off-set heel(s), per shoe
Must have diagnosis of
diabetes
A5507 For diabetics only, not otherwise specified modification (including fitting) of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe or custom molded shoe, per shoe
Must have diagnosis of
diabetes
A5508 For diabetics only, deluxe feature of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe or custom-molded shoe, per shoe.
Must have diagnosis of
diabetes
A5510 For diabetics only, direct formed, compression molded to patient’s foot without external heat source, multiple-density insert(s) prefabricated, per shoe
Must have diagnosis of
diabetes
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A5512
For diabetics only, multiple density insert, direct formed, molded to foot after external heat source of 230 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, total contact with patient’s foot, including arch, base layer minimum of ¼ inch material of shore a 35 durometer or 3/16 inch material of shore a 40 durometer (or higher), prefabricated, each
Must have diagnosis of
diabetes
A5513
For diabetics only, multiple density insert, custom molded from model of patient’s foot, total contact with patient’s foot, including arch, base layer minimum of ¼ inch material of shore a 35 durometer or 3/16 inch material of shore a 40 durometer (or higher), includes arch filler and other shaping material, custom fabricated, each
Must have diagnosis of
diabetes.
Helmets
L0112 Cranial cervical orthosis, congenital torticollis type, with or without soft interface material, adjustable range of motion joint, custom fabricated
Please refer to the Cranial Orthotics
Medical Coverage Policy.
L0113 Cranial cervical orthotic, torticollis type, with or without joint, with or without soft interface material, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
Please refer to the Cranial Orthotics
Medical Coverage Policy.
S1040 Cranial remolding orthosis, pediatric, rigid, with soft interface material, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment(s)
Please refer to the Cranial Orthotics
Medical Coverage Policy.
Harness – Cervical, Pelvic Belts, and Extremity Belt
E0942 Cervical head harness/halter
E0944 Pelvic belt/harness/boot
E0945 Extremity belt/harness (fabric support) Not Covered
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Mechanical Stretch Devices
E1800 Dynamic adjustable elbow extension/flexion device, includes soft interface material
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
E1801 Static progressive stretch elbow device, extension and/or flexion, with or without range of motion adjustment, includes all components and accessories
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
E1802 Dynamic adjustable forearm pronation/supination device, includes soft interface material
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
E1805 Dynamic adjustable wrist extension/flexion device, includes soft interface material
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
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E1806 Static progressive stretch wrist device, flexion and/or extension, with or without range of motion adjustment, includes all components and accessories
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
E1810 Dynamic adjustable knee extension/flexion device, includes soft interface material
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
E1811 Static progressive stretch knee device, extension and/or flexion, with or without range of motion adjustment, includes all components and accessories
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
E1812 Dynamic knee, extension/flexion device with active resistance control
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
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E1815 Dynamic adjustable ankle extension/flexion, includes soft interface material
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
E1816 Static progressive stretch ankle device, flexion and/or extension, with or without range of motion adjustment, includes all components and accessories
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
E1818 Static progressive stretch forearm pronation/supination device, with or without range of motion adjustment, includes all components and accessories
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
E1820 Replacement soft interface material, dynamic adjustable extension/flexion device
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
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E1821 Replacement soft interface material/cuffs for bi-directional static progressive stretch device
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
E1825 Dynamic adjustable finger extension/flexion device, included soft interface material
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
E1830 Dynamic adjustable toe extension/flexion device, includes soft interface material
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
E1831 Static progressive stretch toe device, extension and/or flexion, with or without range of motion adjustment, includes all components and accessories
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
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E1840 Dynamic adjustable shoulder flexion/abduction/rotation device, includes soft interface material
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
E1841 Static progressive stretch shoulder device, with or without range of motion adjustment, includes all components and accessories
Not Covered
Please refer to the Continuous
Passive Motion and Mechanical
Stretching Devices Medical Coverage
Policy
Cervical Collars
L0120 Cervical, flexible, nonadjustable (foam collar)
L0130 Cervical, flexible, thermoplastic collar, molded to patient
L0140 Cervical, semi-rigid, adjustable (plastic collar)
L0150 Cervical, semi-rigid, adjustable molded chin cup (plastic collar with mandibular/occipital piece)
L0160 Cervical, semi-rigid, wire frame occipital/mandibular support
L0170 Cervical collar, molded to patient model
L0172 Cervical, collar, semi-rigid thermoplastic foam, two piece
L0174 Cervical, collar, semi-rigid, thermoplastic foam, two piece with thoracic extension
L0180 Cervical, multiple post collar, occipital/mandibular supports, adjustable
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L0190 Cervical, multiple post collar, occipital/mandibular supports, adjustable cervical bars (Somi, Guilford, Taylor types)
L0200 Cervical, multiple post collar, occipital/mandibular supports, adjustable cervical bars, and thoracic extension
Thoracic Rib Belts
A4466 Garment, belt, sleeve or other covering, elastic or similar stretchable material, any type, each
Not Covered
L0220 Thoracic, rib belt, custom fabricated
Thoracic-Lumbar-Sacral Orthosis
L0430 Spinal orthosis, anterior-posterior-lateral control, with interface material, custom fitted (Dewall posture protector only)
L0450
TLSO, flexible, provides trunk support, upper thoracic region, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral disks with rigid stays or panel(s), includes shoulder straps and closures, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0452
TLSO, flexible, provides trunk support, upper thoracic region, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load in the intervertebral disks with rigid stays or panel(s), includes shoulder straps and closures, custom fabricated
L0454
TLSO flexible, provides trunk support, extends from sacrococcygeal junction to above T-9 vertebra, restricts gross trunk motion in the sagittal plane, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral disks with rigid stays or panel(s), includes shoulder straps and closures, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
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L0456
TLSO, flexible, provides trunk support, thoracic region, rigid posterior panel and soft anterior apron, extends from the sacrococcygeal junction and terminates just inferior to the scapular spine, restricts gross trunk motion in the sagittal plane, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral disks, includes straps and closures, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0458
TLSO, triplanar control, modular segmented spinal system, two rigid plastic shells, posterior extends from the sacrococcygeal junction and terminates just inferior to the scapular spine, anterior extends from the symphysis pubis to the xiphoid, soft liner, restricts gross trunk motion in the sagittal, coronal and transverse planes, lateral strength is provided by overlapping plastic and stabilizing closures, includes straps and closures, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0460
TLSO, triplanar control, modular segmented spinal system, two rigid plastic shells, posterior extends from the sacrococcygeal junction and terminates just inferior to the scapular spine, anterior extends from the symphysis pubis to the sternal notch, soft liner, restricts gross trunk motion in the sagittal, coronal, and transverse planes, lateral strength is provided by overlapping plastic and stabilizing closures, includes straps and closures, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0462
TLSO, triplanar control, modular segmented spinal system, three rigid plastic shells, posterior extends from the sacrococcygeal junction and terminates just inferior to the scapular spine, anterior extends from the symphysis pubis to the sternal notch, soft liner, restricts gross trunk motion in the sagittal, coronal, and transverse planes, lateral strength is provided by overlapping plastic and stabilizing closures, includes straps and closures, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
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L0464
TLSO, triplanar control, modular segmented spinal system, four rigid plastic shells, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction and terminates just inferior to scapular spine, anterior extends from symphysis pubis to the sternal notch, soft liner, restricts gross trunk motion in sagittal, coronal, and transverse planes, lateral strength is provided by overlapping plastic and stabilizing closures, includes straps and closures, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0466
TLSO, sagittal control, rigid posterior frame and flexible soft anterior apron with straps, closures and padding, restricts gross trunk motion in sagittal plane, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on intervertebral disks, includes fitting and shaping the frame, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0468
TLSO, sagittal-coronal control, rigid posterior frame and flexible soft anterior apron with straps, closures and padding, extends from sacrococcygeal junction over scapulae, lateral strength provided by pelvic, thoracic, and lateral frame pieces, restricts gross trunk motion in sagittal, and coronal planes, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on intervertebral disks, includes fitting and shaping the frame, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0470
TLSO, triplanar control, rigid posterior frame and flexible soft anterior apron with straps, closures and padding extends from sacrococcygeal junction to scapula, lateral strength provided by pelvic, thoracic, and lateral frame pieces, rotational strength provided by subclavicular extensions, restricts gross trunk motion in sagittal, coronal, and transverse planes, provides intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral disks, includes fitting and shaping the frame, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
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L0472
TLSO, triplanar control, hyperextension, rigid anterior and lateral frame extends from symphysis pubis to sternal notch with two anterior components (one pubic and one sternal), posterior and lateral pads with straps and closures, limits spinal flexion, restricts gross trunk motion in sagittal, coronal, and transverse planes, includes fitting and shaping the frame, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0480
TLSO, triplanar control, one piece rigid plastic shell without interface liner, with multiple straps and closures, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction and terminates just inferior to scapular spine, anterior extends from symphysis pubix to sternal notch, anterior or posterior opening, restricts gross trunk motion in sagittal, coronal, and transverse planes, includes a carved plaster or CAD-CAM model, custom fabricated
L0482
TLSO, triplanar control, one piece rigid plastic shell with interface liner, multiple straps and closures, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction and terminates just inferior to scapular spine, anterior extends from symphysis pubis to sternal notch, anterior or posterior opening, restricts gross trunk motion in sagittal, coronal, and transverse planes, includes a carved plaster or CAD-CAM model, custom fabricated.
L0484
TLSO, triplanar control, two piece rigid plastic shell without interface liner, with multiple straps and closures, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction and terminates just inferior to scapular spine, anterior extends from symphysis pubis to sternal notch, lateral strength is enhanced by overlapping plastic, restricts gross trunk motion in the sagittal, coronal, and transverse planes, includes a carved plaster or CAD-Cam model, custom fabricated.
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L0486
TLSO, triplanar control, two piece rigid plastic shell with interface liner, multiple straps and closures, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction and terminates just inferior to scapular spine, anterior extends from symphysis pubis to sternal notch, lateral strength is enhanced by overlapping plastic, restricts gross trunk motion in the sagittal, coronal, and transverse planes, includes a carved plaster or CAD-CAM model, custom fabricated
L0488
TLSO, triplanar control, one piece rigid plastic shell with interface liner, multiple straps and closures, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction and terminates just inferior to scapular spine, anterior extends from symphysis pubis to sternal notch, anterior or posterior opening, restricts gross trunk motion in sagittal, coronal, and transverse planes, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0490
TLSO, sagittal-coronal control, one piece rigid plastic shell, with overlapping reinforced anterior, with multiple straps and closures, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction and terminates at or before the T9 vertebra, anterior extends from symphysis pubis to xiphoid, anterior opening, restricts gross trunk motion in sagittal and coronal planes, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0491
TLSO, sagittal-coronal control, modular segmented spinal system, two rigid plastic shells, posterior extends from the sacrococcygeal junction and terminates just inferior to the scapular spine, anterior extends from the symphysis pubis to the xiphoid, soft liner, restricts gross trunk motion in the sagittal and coronal planes, lateral strength is provided by overlapping plastic and stabilizing closures, includes straps and closures, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
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L0492
TLSO, sagittal-coronal control, modular segmented spinal system, three rigid plastic shells, posterior extends from the sacrococcygeal junction and terminates just inferior to the scapular spine, anterior extends from the symphysis pubis to the xiphoid, soft liner, restricts gross trunk motion in the sagittal and coronal planes, lateral strength is provided by overlapping plastic and stabilizing closures, includes straps and closures, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Sacroiliac Orthosis
L0621
Sacroiliac orthosis, flexible, provides pelvic-sacral support, reduces motion about the sacroiliac joint, includes straps, closures, may include pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L0622
Sacroiliac orthosis, flexible, provides pelvic-sacral support, reduces motion about the sacroiliac joint, includes straps, closures, may include pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L0623
Sacroiliac orthosis, provides pelvic-sacral support, with rigid or semi-rigid panels over the sacrum and abdomen, reduces motion about the sacroiliac joint, includes straps, closures, may include pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L0624
Sacroiliac orthosis, provides pelvic-sacral support, with rigid or semi-rigid panels over the sacrum and abdomen, reduces motion about the sacroiliac joint, includes straps, closures, may include pendulous abdomen design, custom fabricated
Lumbar Orthosis/Lumbar Sacral Orthosis
L0625
Lumbar orthosis, flexible, provides lumbar support, posterior extends from L-1 to below L-5 vertebra, produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include pendulous abdomen design, shoulder straps, stays, prefabricated, includes fitting and
Not Covered
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adjustment
L0626
Lumbar orthosis, sagittal control, with rigid posterior panel(s), posterior extends from L-1 to below L-5 vertebra, produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, stays, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L0627
Lumbar orthosis, sagittal control, with rigid anterior and posterior panels, posterior extends from L-1 to below L-5 vertebra, produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0628
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, flexible, provides lumbo-sacral support, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include stays, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L0629
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, flexible, provides lumbo-sacral support, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include stays, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, custom fabricated
L0630
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal control, with rigid posterior panel(s), posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, stays, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L0631
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal control, with rigid anterior and posterior panels, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
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L0632
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal control, with rigid anterior and posterior panels, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, custom fabricated
L0633
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal-coronal control, with rigid posterior frame/panel(s), posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, lateral strength provided by rigid lateral frame/panels, produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, stays, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L0634
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal-coronal control, with rigid posterior frame/panel(s), posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, lateral strength provided by rigid lateral frame/panel(s), produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, stays, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, custom fabricated
L0635
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal-coronal control, lumbar flexion, rigid posterior frame/panel(s), lateral articulating design to flex the lumbar spine, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, lateral strength provided by rigid lateral frame/panel(s), produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may includes padding, anterior panel, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0636
Lumbar sacral orthosis, sagittal-coronal control, lumbar flexion, rigid posterior frame/panels, lateral articulating design to flex the lumbar spine, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, lateral strength provided by rigid lateral frame/panels, produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, anterior panel, pendulous abdomen design, custom fabricated
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L0637
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal-coronal control, with rigid anterior and posterior frame/panels, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, lateral strength provided by rigid lateral frame/panels, produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may includes padding, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0638
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal-coronal control, with rigid anterior and posterior frame/panels, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, lateral strength provided by rigid lateral frame/panels, produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, custom fabricated
L0639
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal-coronal control, rigid shell(s)/panel(s), posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, anterior extends from symphysis pubis to xiphoid, produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, overall strength is provided by overlapping rigid material and stabilizing closures, includes straps, closures, may include soft interface, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L0640
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal-coronal control, rigid shell(s)/panel(s), posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, anterior extends from symphysis pubis to xiphoid produces Intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, overall strength is provided by overlapping rigid material and stabilizing closures, includes straps, closures, may include soft interface, pendulous abdomen design, custom fabricated
L0972 LSO, corset front Not Covered
L0976 LSO, full corset Not Covered
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Cervical-Thoracic-Lumbar-Sacral Orthosis
L0700 CTLSO, anterior-posterior-lateral control, molded to patient model (Minerva type)
L0710 CTLSO, anterior-posterior-lateral control, molded to patient model, with interface material (Minerva type)
L1000 CTLSO (Milwaukee), inclusive of furnishing initial orthosis, including model
L1001 Cervical thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis, immobilizer, infant size, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Halo Procedure and Supplies
L0810 Halo procedure, cervical halo incorporated into jacket vest
L0820 Halo procedure, cervical halo incorporated into plaster body jacket
L0830 Halo procedure, cervical halo incorporated into Milwaukee type orthosis
L0859 Addition to halo procedure, magnetic resonance image compatible system, rings and pins, any material
L0861 Addition to halo procedure, replacement liner/interface material
Straps, Stockings, Supports and Body Gloves
L0980 Peroneal straps, pair Not Covered
L0982 Stocking supporter grips, set of four (4) Not Covered
L0984 Protective body sock, each Not Covered
Supplies for Cervical-Thoracic-Lumbar-Sacral and Thoracic-Lumbar-Sacral Orthosis
L0970 TLSO, corset front Not Covered
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L0974 TLSO, full corset Not Covered
L1010 Addition to CTLSO or scoliosis orthosis, axilla sling
L1020 Addition to CTLSO or scoliosis orthosis, kyphosis pad
L1025 Addition to CTLSO or scoliosis orthosis, kyphosis pad, floating
L1030 Addition to CTLSO or scoliosis orthosis, lumbar bolster pad
L1040 Addition to CTLSO or scoliosis orthosis, lumbar or lumbar rib pad
L1050 Addition to CTLSO or scoliosis orthosis, sternal pad
L1060 Addition to CTLSO or scoliosis orthosis, thoracic pad
L1070 Addition to CTLSO or scoliosis orthosis, trapezius sling
L1080 Addition to CTLSO or scoliosis orthosis, outrigger
L1085 Addition to CTLSO or scoliosis orthosis, outrigger, bilateral with vertical extensions
L1090 Addition to CTLSO or scoliosis orthosis, lumbar sling
L1100 Addition to CTLSO or scoliosis orthosis, ring flange, plastic or leather
L1110 Addition to CTLSO or scoliosis orthosis, ring flange, plastic or leather, molded to patient model
L1120 Addition to CTLSO, scoliosis orthosis, cover for upright, each
L1200 TLSO, inclusive of furnishing initial orthosis only
L1210 Addition to TLSO, (low profile), lateral thoracic extension
L1220 Addition to TLSO, (low profile), anterior thoracic extension
L1230 Addition to TLSO, (low profile), Milwaukee type superstructure
L1240 Addition to TLSO, (low profile), lumbar derotation pad
L1250 Addition to TLSO, (low profile), anterior ASIS pad
L1260 Addition to TLSO, (low profile), anterior thoracic derotation pad
L1270 Addition to TLSO, (low profile), abdominal pad
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L1280 Addition to TLSO, (low profile), rib gusset (elastic), each
L1290 Addition to TLSO, (low profile), lateral trochanteric pad
Scoliosis Braces
L1005 Tension based scoliosis orthosis and accessory pads, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1300 Other scoliosis procedure, body jacket molded to patient model
L1310 Other scoliosis procedure, postoperative body jacket
Thoracic-Hip-Knee-Ankle Orthosis
L1500 THKAO, mobility frame (Newington, Parapodium types)
Deleted Code
Effective 01/01/2012
L1510 THKAO, standing frame, with or without tray and accessories
Deleted Code
Effective 01/01/2012
L1520 THKAO, swivel walker
Deleted Code
Effective 01/01/2012
Hip Orthosis
L1600 Hip orthotic (HO), abduction control of hip joints, flexible, Frejka type with cover, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1610 Hip orthotic (HO), abduction control of hip joints, flexible, (Frejka cover only), prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1620 Hip orthosis (HO), abduction control of hip joints, flexible, (Pavlik harness), prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1630 HO, abduction control of hip joints, semi-flexible (Von Rosen type), custom fabricated
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L1640 HO, abduction control of hip joints, static pelvic band or spreader bar, thigh cuffs, custom fabricated
L1650 HO, abduction control of hip joints, static, adjustable (Ilfled type), prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1652 Hip orthosis, bilateral thigh cuffs with adjustable abductor spreader bar, adult size, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment, any type
Not Covered
L1660 HO, abduction control of hip joints, static, plastic, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1680 HO, abduction control of hip joints, dynamic, pelvic control, adjustable hip motion control, thigh cuffs (Rancho hip action type), custom fabricated
L1685 HO, abduction control of hip joint, postoperative hip abduction type, custom fabricated
L1686 HO, abduction control of hip joint, postoperative hip abduction type, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustments
Combination Orthosis
L1690 Combination, bilateral, lumbo-sacral, hip, femur orthosis providing adduction and internal rotation control, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L1700 Legg Perthes orthosis, (Toronto type), custom fabricated
L1710 Legg Perthes orthosis, (Newington type), custom fabricated
L1720 Legg Perthes orthosis, trilateral, (Tachdijan type), custom fabricated
L1730 Legg Perthes orthosis, (Scottish Rite type), custom fabricated
L1755 Legg Perthes orthosis, (Patten bottom type), custom fabricated
Knee Orthosis
L1810 KO, elastic with joints, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
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L1820 KO, elastic with condylar pads and joints, with or without patellar control, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1830 KO, immobilizer, canvas longitudinal, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1831 Knee orthosis, locking knee joint(s), positional orthosis, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1832 KO, adjustable knee joints, positional orthosis, rigid support, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L1834 KO, without knee joint, rigid, custom fabricated
L1836 Knee orthosis, rigid, without joint(s), includes soft interface material, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1840 KO, derotation, medial-lateral, anterior cruciate ligament, custom fabricated
L1843
Knee orthosis, single upright, thigh and calf, with adjustable flexion and extension joint (unicentric or polycentric), medial-lateral and rotation, with or without varus/valgus adjustment, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L1844
Knee orthosis, single upright, thigh and calf, with adjustable flexion and extension joint (unicentric or polycentric), medial-lateral and rotation control, with or without varus/valgus adjustment, custom fabricated
L1845
KO, double upright, thigh and calf, with adjustable flexion and extension joint (unicentric or polycentric), medial-lateral and rotation control, with or without varus/valgus adjustment, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L1846
KO, double upright, thigh and calf, with adjustable flexion and extension joint (unicentric or polycentric), medical-lateral and rotation control, with or without varus/valgus adjustment, custom fabricated
L1847 Knee orthosis, double upright with adjustable joint, with inflatable air support chamber(s), prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
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L1850 KO, Swedish type, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1860 KO, modification of supracondylar prosthetic socket, custom fabricated (SK)
Ankle Foot Orthosis
L1900 AFO, spring wire, dorsiflexion assist calf band, custom fabricated
L1902 AFO, ankle gauntlet, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1904 AFO, molded ankle gauntlet, custom fabricated
L1906 AFO, multiligamentus ankle support, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1907 AFO, supramalleolar with straps, with or without interface/pads, custom fabricated
L1910 AFO, posterior, single bar, clasp attachment to shoe counter, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1920 AFO, single upright with static or adjustable stop (Phelps or Perlstein type), custom fabricated
L1930 Ankle foot orthosis, plastic or other material, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L1932 AFO, rigid anterior tibial section, total carbon fiber or equal material, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L1940 Ankle foot orthosis, plastic or other material, custom-fabricated
L1945 AFO, molded to patient model, plastic, rigid anterior tibial section (floor reaction), custom fabricated
L1950 AFO, spiral, (Institute of Rehabilitative Medicine type), plastic, custom fabricated
L1951 AFO, spiral, (Institute of Rehabilitative Medicine type), plastic or other material, prefabricated, included fitting and adjustment
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L1960 AFO, posterior solid ankle, plastic, custom fabricated
L1970 AFO, plastic, with ankle joint, custom fabricated
L1971 AFO, plastic or other material with ankle joint, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L1980 AFO, single upright free plantar dorsiflexion, solid stirrup, calf band/cuff (single bar "BK" orthosis), custom fabricated
L1990 AFO, double upright free plantar dorsiflexion, solid stirrup, calf band/cuff (double bar "BK" orthosis), custom fabricated
L2106 AFO, fracture orthosis, tibial fracture cast orthosis, thermoplastic type casting material, custom fabricated
L2108 AFO, fracture orthosis, tibial fracture cast orthosis, custom fabricated
L2112 AFO, fracture orthosis, tibial fracture orthosis, soft, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment (fabric support)
L2114 AFO, fracture orthosis, tibial fracture orthosis, semi-rigid, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L2116 AFO, fracture orthosis, tibial fracture orthosis, rigid, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L4350 Ankle control orthosis, stirrup style, rigid, includes any type interface (e.g., pneumatic, gel), prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L4360 Walking boot, pneumatic, with or without joints, with or without interface material, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L4386 Walking boot, non-pneumatic, with or without joints, with or without interface material, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L4396
Static ankle foot orthosis, including soft interface material, adjustable for fit, for positioning, pressure reduction, may be used for minimal ambulation, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
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L4631
Ankle foot orthosis, walking boot type, varus/valgus correction, rocker bottom, anterior tibial shell, soft interface, custom arch support, plastic or other material, includes straps and closures, custom fabricated
Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthosis
L2000 KAFO, single upright, free knee, free ankle, solid stirrup, thigh and calf bands/cuffs (single bar "AK" orthosis), custom fabricated
L2005
Knee ankle foot orthosis, any material, single or double upright, stance control, automatic lock and swing phase release, mechanical activation includes ankle joint, any type, custom fabricated
L2010 KAFO, single upright, free ankle, solid stirrup, thigh and calf bands/cuffs (single bar "AK" orthosis), without knee joint, custom fabricated
L2020 KAFO, double upright, free knee, free ankle, solid stirrup, thigh and calf bands/cuffs (double bar "AK" orthosis), custom fabricated
L2030 KAFO, double upright, free ankle, solid stirrup, thigh and calf bands/cuffs, (double bar "AK" orthosis), without knee joint, custom fabricated
L2034 Knee ankle foot orthosis, full plastic, single upright, with or without free motion knee, medial lateral rotation control, with or without free ankle, custom fabricated
L2035 KAFO, full plastic, static, (pediatric size), without free motion ankle, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L2036 KAFO, full plastic, double upright, free knee, with or without free motion ankle, custom fabricated
L2037 KAFO, full plastic, single upright, free knee, with or without free motion ankle, custom fabricated
L2038 KAFO, full plastic, without knee joint, multiaxis ankle, (Lively orthosis or equal), custom fabricated
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L2126 KAFO, fracture orthosis, femoral fracture cast orthosis, thermoplastic type casting material, custom fabricated
L2128 KAFO, fracture orthosis, femoral fracture cast orthosis, custom fabricated
L2132 KAFO, fracture orthosis, femoral fracture cast orthosis, soft, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L2134 KAFO, fracture orthosis, femoral fracture cast orthosis, semi-rigid, prefabricated, included fitting and adjustment
L2136 KAFO, fracture orthosis, femoral fracture cast orthosis, rigid, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Hip-Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthosis
L2040 HKAFO, torsion control, bilateral rotation straps, pelvic band/belt, custom fabricated
L2050 HKAFO, torsion control, bilateral torsion cables, hip joint, pelvic band/belt, custom fabricated
L2060 HKAFO, torsion control, bilateral torsion cables, ball bearing hip joint, pelvic band/belt, custom fabricated
L2070 HKAFO, torsion control, unilateral rotation straps, pelvic band/belt, custom fabricated
L2080 HKAFO, torsion control, unilateral torsion cable, hip joint, pelvic band/belt, custom fabricated
L2090 HKAFO, torsion control, unilateral torsion cable, ball bearing hip joint, pelvic band/belt, custom fabricated
Additions to Fracture Orthosis
L2180 Addition to lower extremity fracture orthosis, plastic shoe insert with ankle joints
L2182 Addition to lower extremity fracture orthosis, drop lock knee joint
L2184 Addition to lower extremity fracture orthosis, limited motion knee joint
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L2186 Addition to lower extremity fracture orthosis, adjustable motion knee joint, Lerman type
L2188 Addition to lower extremity fracture orthosis, quadrilateral brim
L2190 Addition to lower extremity fracture orthosis, waist belt
L2192 Addition to lower extremity fracture orthosis, hip joint, pelvic band, thigh flange, and pelvic belt
Additions to Lower Extremity Orthosis – Shoe-Ankle-Shin-Knee
L2200 Addition to lower extremity, limited ankle motion, each joint
L2210 Addition to lower extremity, dorsiflexion assist (plantar flexion resist), each joint
L2220 Addition to lower extremity, dorsiflexion and plantar flexion assist/resist, each joint
L2230 Addition to lower extremity, split flat caliper stirrups and plate attachment
L2232 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, rocker bottom for total contact ankle foot orthosis, for custom fabricated orthosis only
L2240 Addition to lower extremity, round caliper and plate attachment
L2250 Addition to lower extremity, foot plate, molded to patient model, stirrup attachment
L2260 Addition to lower extremity, reinforced solid stirrup (Scott-Craig type)
L2265 Addition to lower extremity, long tongue stirrup
L2270 Addition to lower extremity, varus/valgus correction ("T") strap, padded/lined or malleolus pad
L2275 Addition to lower extremity, varus/vulgus correction, plastic modification, padded/lined
L2280 Addition to lower extremity, molded inner boot
L2300 Addition to lower extremity, abduction bar (bilateral hip involvement), jointed, adjustable
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L2310 Addition to lower extremity, abduction bar, straight
L2320 Addition to lower extremity, nonmolded lacer, for custom fabricated orthosis only
L2330 Addition to lower extremity, lacer molded to patient model, for custom fabricated orthosis only
L2335 Addition to lower extremity, anterior swing band
L2340 Addition to lower extremity, pretibial shell, molded to patient model
L2350 Addition to lower extremity, prosthetic type, (BK) socket, molded to patient model, (used for "PTB," "AFO" orthoses)
L2360 Addition to lower extremity, extended steel shank
L2370 Addition to lower extremity, Patten bottom
L2375 Addition to lower extremity, torsion control, ankle joint and half solid stirrup
L2380 Addition to lower extremity, torsion control, straight knee joint, each joint
L2385 Addition to lower extremity, straight knee joint, heavy duty, each joint
L2387 Addition to lower extremity, polycentric knee joint, for custom fabricated knee ankle foot orthosis, each joint
L2390 Addition to lower extremity, offset knee joint, each joint
L2395 Addition to lower extremity, offset knee joint, heavy duty, each joint
L2397 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, suspension sleeve
Additions to Knee Joint Orthosis
L2405 Addition to knee joint, lock; drop, stance or swing phase, each joint
L2415 Addition to knee lock with integrated release mechanism (ball, cable, or equal), any material, each joint
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L2425 Addition to knee joint, disc or dial lock for adjustable knee flexion, each joint
L2430 Addition to knee joint, ratchet lock for active and progressive knee extension, each joint
L2492 Addition to knee joint, lift loop for drop lock ring
Additions to Lower Extremity Orthosis – Thigh/Weight Bearing
L2500 Addition to lower extremity, thigh/weight bearing, gluteal/ischial weight bearing, ring
L2510 Addition to lower extremity, thigh/weight bearing, quadri-lateral brim, molded to patient model
L2520 Addition to lower extremity, thigh/weight bearing, quadri-lateral brim, custom fitted
L2525 Addition to lower extremity, thigh/weight bearing, ischial containment/narrow M-L brim molded to patient model
L2526 Addition to lower extremity, thigh/weight bearing, ischial containment/narrow M-L brim, custom fitted
L2530 Addition to lower extremity, thigh/weight bearing, lacer, nonmolded
L2540 Addition to lower extremity, thigh/weight bearing, lacer, molded to patient model
L2550 Addition to lower extremity, thigh/weight bearing, high roll cuff
Addition to Lower Extremity Orthosis – Pelvic/Hip
L2570 Addition to lower extremity, pelvic control, hip joint, Clevis type, two position joint, each
L2580 Addition to lower extremity, pelvic control, pelvic sling
L2600 Addition to lower extremity, pelvic control hip joint, Clevis type, or thrust bearing, free, each
L2610 Addition to lower extremity, pelvic control, hip joint, Clevis or thrust bearing, lock, each
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L2620 Addition to lower extremity, pelvic control, hip joint, heavy-duty, each
L2622 Addition to lower extremity, pelvic control, hip joint, adjustable flexion, each
L2624 Addition to lower extremity, pelvic control, hip joint, adjustable flexion, extension, abduction control, each
L2627 Addition to lower extremity, pelvic control, plastic, molded to patient model, reciprocating hip joint and cables
L2628 Addition to lower extremity, pelvic control, metal frame, reciprocating hip joint and cables
L2630 Addition to lower extremity, pelvic control, band and belt, unilateral
L2640 Addition to lower extremity, pelvic control band and belt, bilateral
L2650 Addition to lower extremity, pelvic and thoracic control, gluteal pad, each
L2660 Addition to lower extremity, thoracic control, thoracic band
L2670 Addition to lower extremity, thoracic control, paraspinal uprights
L2680 Addition to lower extremity, thoracic control, lateral support uprights
General Additions
L2750 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, plating chrome or nickel, per bar
L2755 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, high strength, lightweight material, all hybrid lamination/prepreg composite, per segment, for custom fabricated orthosis only
L2760 Addition to lower extremity orthosis extension, per extension, per bar (for lineal adjustment for growth)
L2768 Orthotic side bar disconnect device, per bar
L2780 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, noncorrosive finish, per bar
L2785 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, drop lock retainer, each
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L2795 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, knee control, full kneecap
L2800 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, knee control, kneecap, medial or lateral pull, for use with custom fabricated orthosis only
L2810 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, knee control, condylar pad
L2820 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, soft interface for molded plastic, below knee section
L2830 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, soft interface for molded plastic, above knee section
L2840 Addition to lower extremity orthosis, tibial length sock, fracture or equal, each
L2850 Addition to extremity orthosis, femoral length sock, fracture or equal, each
L2861 Addition to lower extremity joint, knee or ankle, concentric adjustable torsion style mechanism for custom fabricated orthotics only, each
Shoe Inserts
L3000 Foot insert, removable, molded to patient model, "UCB" type, Berkeley shell, each
Not Covered
L3001 Foot insert, removable, molded to patient model, Spenco, each Not Covered
L3002 Foot insert, removable, molded to patient model, Plastazote or equal, each
Not Covered
L3003 Foot insert, removable, molded to patient model, silicone gel, each
Not Covered
L3010 Foot insert, removable, molded to patient model, longitudinal arch support, each
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513.
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L3020 Foot insert, removable, molded to patient model, longitudinal/metatarsal support, each
Not Covered
L3030 Foot insert, removable, formed to patient foot, each Not Covered
L3031 Foot, insert/plate, removable, addition to lower extremity orthosis, high strength, lightweight material, all hybrid lamination/prepreg composite, each
Not Covered
L3040 Foot, arch support, removable, premolded, longitudinal, each (OTC)
Not Covered
L3050 Foot, arch support, removable, premolded, metatarsal, each (OTC)
Not Covered
L3060 Foot, arch support, removable, premolded, longitudinal/metatarsal, each (OTC)
Not Covered
L3070 Foot, arch support, nonremovable, attached to shoe, longitudinal, each
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513.
L3080 Foot, arch support, nonremovable, attached to shoe, metatarsal, each
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513.
L3090 Foot, arch support, nonremovable, attached to shoe, longitudinal/metatarsal, each
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513.
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Foot Splints, Abduction and Rotation Bars
L3100 Hallus-Valgus night dynamic splint Not Covered
L3140 Foot, abduction rotation bar, including shoes
L3150 Foot, abduction rotation bar, without shoes
L3160 Foot, adjustable shoe-styled positioning device Not Covered
L3170 Foot, plastic heel stabilizer Not Covered
Orthopedic Shoes – Infant-Child-Junior
L3201 Orthopedic shoe, oxford with supinator or pronator, infant Not Covered
L3202 Orthopedic shoe, oxford with supinator or pronator, child Not Covered
L3203 Orthopedic shoe, oxford with supinator or pronator, junior Not Covered
L3204 Orthopedic shoe, hightop with supinator or pronator, infant Not Covered
L3206 Orthopedic shoe, hightop with supinator, or pronator, child Not Covered
L3207 Orthopedic shoe, hightop with supinator or pronator, junior Not Covered
L3208 Surgical boot, each, infant
L3209 Surgical boot, each, child
L3211 Surgical boot, each, junior
L3212 Benesch boot, pair, infant Not Covered
L3213 Benesch boot, pair, child Not Covered
L3214 Benesch boot, pair, junior Not Covered
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Orthopedic Shoes – Women and Men
L3215 Orthopedic footwear, woman's shoes, oxford
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513.
L3216
Orthopedic footwear, woman's shoes, depth inlay
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513.
L3217 Orthopedic footwear, woman's shoes, hightop, depth inlay A5500-A5513.
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513.
L3219 Orthopedic foot wear, man's shoes, oxford
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
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L3221 Orthopedic footwear, man's shoes, depth inlay
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3222 Orthopedic footwear, man's shoes, hightop, depth inlay
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3224 Orthopedic footwear, woman's shoe, oxford, used as an integral part of a brace (orthosis)
L3225 Orthopedic footwear, man's shoe, oxford, used as an integral part of a brace (orthosis)
L3230 Orthopedic footwear, custom shoes, depth inlay
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3250 Orthopedic footwear, custom molded shoe, removable inner mold, prosthetic shoe, each
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
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L3251 Foot, shoe molded to patient model, silicone shoe, each
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3252 Foot, shoe molded to patient model, Plastazote (or similar), custom fabricated, each
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3253 Foot, molded shoe Plastazote (or similar), custom fitted, each
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3254 Nonstandard size or width
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3255 Nonstandard size or length
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
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L3257 Orthopedic footwear, additional charge for split size
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3260 Surgical boot/shoe, each
L3265 Plastazote sandal, each
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513.
Heels, Wedges and Lifts
L3300 Lift, elevation, heel, tapered to metatarsals, per inch Not Covered.
L3310 Lift, elevation, heel and sole, neoprene, per inch Not Covered
L3320 Lift elevation, heel and sole, cork, per inch Not Covered
L3330 Lift, elevation, metal extension (skate) Not Covered
L3332 Lift, elevation, inside shoe, tapered, up to one-half inch Not Covered
L3334 Lift, elevation, heel, per inch Not Covered
L3340 Heel wedge, SACH Not Covered
L3350 Heel wedge Not Covered
L3360 Sole wedge, outside sole Not Covered
L3370 Sole wedge, between sole Not Covered
L3380 Clubfoot wedge Not Covered
L3390 Outflare wedge Not Covered
L3400 Metatarsal bar wedge, rocker Not Covered
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L3410 Metatarsal bar wedge, between sole Not Covered
L3420 Full sole and heel wedge, between sole Not Covered
L3430 Heel, counter, plastic reinforced Not Covered
L3440 Heel, counter, leather reinforced Not Covered
L3450 Heel, SACH cushion type Not Covered
L3455 Heel, new leather, standard Not Covered
L3460 Heel, new rubber, standard Not Covered
L3465 Heel, Thomas with wedge Not Covered
L3470 Heel, Thomas extended to ball Not Covered
L3480 Heel, pad and depression for spur Not Covered
L3485 Heel, pad, removable for spur Not Covered
Orthopedic Shoe Additions
L3500 Orthopedic shoe addition, insole, leather
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3510 Orthopedic shoe addition, insole, rubber
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
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L3520 Orthopedic shoe addition, insole, felt covered with leather
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3530 Orthopedic shoe addition, sole, half
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3540 Orthopedic shoe addition, sole, full
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3550 Orthopedic shoe addition, toe tap, standard
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3560 Orthopedic shoe addition, toe tap, horseshoe
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
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L3570 Orthopedic shoe addition, special extension to instep (leather with eyelets)
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3580 Orthopedic shoe addition, convert instep to Velcro closure
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3590 Orthopedic shoe addition, convert firm shoe counter to soft counter
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3595 Orthopedic shoe addition, March bar
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
L3600 Transfer of an orthosis from one shoe to another, caliper plate, existing
L3610 Transfer of an orthosis from one shoe to another, caliper plate, new
L3620 Transfer of an orthosis from one shoe to another, solid stirrup, existing
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L3630 Transfer of an orthosis from one shoe to another, solid stirrup, new
L3640 Transfer of an orthosis from one shoe to another, Dennis Browne splint (Riveton), both shoes
L3649 Orthopedic shoe, modification, addition or transfer, not otherwise specified
Must have diagnosis of
hammer toe. For diagnosis of
diabetes, see codes A5500-
A5513
Shoulder Orthosis
L3650 SO, figure of eight design abduction re-strainer, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3660 SO, figure of eight design abduction restrainer, canvas and webbing, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L3670 SO, acromio/clavicular (canvas and webbing type), prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment (fabric support)
Not Covered
L3671 Shoulder orthosis, shoulder cap design, without joints, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3674
Shoulder orthosis, abduction positioning (airplane design), thoracic component and support bar, with or without nontorsion joint/turnbuckle, may include soft interface straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3675 SO, vest type abduction restrainer, canvas webbing type, or equal, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment (fabric support)
Not Covered
L3677 Shoulder orthosis, hard plastic, shoulder stabilizer, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
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Elbow Orthosis
L3702 Elbow orthosis, without joints, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3710 EO, elastic with metal joints, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L3720 EO, double upright with forearm/arm cuffs, free motion, custom fabricated
L3730 EO, double upright with forearm/arm cuffs, extension/flexion assist, custom fabricated
L3740 EO, double upright with forearm/arm cuffs, adjustable position lock with active control, custom fabricated
L3760 Elbow orthosis, with adjustable position locking joint(s), prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustments, any type
L3762 Elbow orthosis, rigid, without joints, includes soft interface material, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
Elbow-Wrist-Hand-Finger Orthosis
L3763 Elbow wrist hand orthosis, rigid, without joints, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3764 Elbow wrist hand orthosis, includes one or more nontorsion joints, elastic bands, turnbuckles, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3765 Elbow wrist hand finger orthosis, rigid, without joints, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3766
Elbow wrist hand finger orthosis, includes one or more nontorsion joints, elastic bands, turnbuckles, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
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L3806
Wrist and finger orthosis, includes one or more nontorsion joint(s), turnbuckles, elastic bands/springs, may include soft interface material, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3807 WHFO, without joint(s), prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustments, any type
L3808 Wrist and finger orthosis, rigid without joints, may include soft interface material; straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3891 Addition to upper extremity joint, wrist or elbow, concentric adjustable torsion style mechanism for custom fabricated orthotics only, each
L3900 WHFO, dynamic flexor hinge, reciprocal wrist extension/flexion, finger flexion/extension, wrist or finger driven, custom fabricated
L3901 WHFO, dynamic flexor hinge, reciprocal wrist extension/flexion, finger flexion/extension, cable driven, custom fabricated
L3904 WHFO, external powered, electric, custom fabricated
L3905 Wrist hand orthosis, includes one or more nontorsion joints, elastic bands, turnbuckles, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3906 WHO, wrist gauntlet, molded to patient model, custom fabricated
L3908 WHO, wrist extension control cock-up, nonmolded, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L3912 HFO, flexión glove with elastic finger control, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment (fabric support)
Not Covered
L3913 Hand finger orthosis, without joints, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3915 Wrist hand orthosis (WHO), includes one or more nontorsion joint(s), elastic band, turnbuckles, may include soft interface, straps, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
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L3917 Hand orthosis (HO), metacarpal fracture orthosis, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3919 Hand orthosis (HO), without joints, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3921 Hand finger orthosis (HFO), includes one or more nontorsion joints, elastic bands, turnbuckles, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3923 Hand finger orthosis (HFO), without joint(s), prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustments
Not Covered
L3925
FO, proximal interphalangeal (PIP)/distal interphalangeal (DIP), nontorsion joint/spring, extension/flexion, may include soft interface material, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L3927
FO, proximal interphalangeal (PIP)/distal interphalangeal (DIP), without joint/spring, extension/flexion (e.g., static or ring type), may include soft interface material, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L3929 HFO, includes one or more nontorsion joint(s), turnbuckles, elastic bands/springs, may include soft interface material, straps, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L3931 WHFO, includes one or more nontorsion joint(s), turnbuckles, elastic bands/springs, may include soft interface material, straps, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
L3933 Finger orthosis (FO), without joints, may include soft interface, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3935 Finger orthosis, nontorsion joint, may include soft interface, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3956 Addition of joint to upper extremity orthosis, any material; per joint
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Shoulder-Elbow-Wrist-Hand Orthosis
L3960 SEWHO, abduction positioning, airplane design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3961 Shoulder elbow wrist hand orthosis, shoulder cap design, without joints, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3962 SEWHO, abduction positioning, Erbs palsey design, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3964 SEO, mobile arm support attached to wheelchair balanced, adjustable, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Deleted Code
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L3965 SEO, mobile arm support attached to wheelchair, balance, adjustable Rancho type, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Deleted Code
Effective 01/01/2012
L3966 SEO, mobile arm support attached to wheelchair, balanced, reclining, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Deleted Code
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L3967
Shoulder elbow wrist hand orthosis, abduction positioning (airplane design), thoracic component and support bar, without joint, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3968 SEO, mobile arm support attached to wheelchair, balanced, friction arm support (friction dampening to proximal and distal joints), prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Deleted Code
Effective 01/01/2012
L3969
SEO, mobile arm support, monosuspension arm and hand support, overhead elbow forearm hand sling support, yoke type arm suspension support, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Deleted Code
Effective 01/01/2012
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L3970 SEO, addition to mobile arm support, elevating proximal arm
Deleted Code
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L3971
Shoulder elbow wrist hand orthosis, shoulder cap design, includes one or more nontorsion joints, elastic bands, turnbuckles, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3972 SEO, addition to mobile arm support, offset or lateral rocker arm with elastic balance control
Deleted Code
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L3973
Shoulder elbow wrist hand orthosis, abduction positioning (airplane design), thoracic component and support bar, includes one or more nontorsion joints, elastic bands, turnbuckles, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3974 SEO, addition to mobile support, supinator
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L3975 Shoulder elbow wrist hand finger orthosis, shoulder cap design, without joints, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3976
Shoulder elbow wrist hand finger orthosis, abduction positioning (airplane design), thoracic component and support bar, without joints, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3977
Shoulder elbow wrist hand finger orthosis, shoulder cap design, includes one or more nontorsion joints, elastic bands, turnbuckles, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
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L3978
Shoulder elbow wrist hand finger orthosis, abduction positioning (airplane design), thoracic component and support bar, includes one or more nontorsion joints, elastic bands, turnbuckles, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Upper Extremity Fracture Orthosis
L3980 Upper extremity fracture orthosis, humeral, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3982 Upper extremity fracture orthosis, radius/ulnar, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3984 Upper extremity fracture orthosis, wrist, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L3995 Addition to upper extremity orthosis, sock, fracture or equal, each
L3999 Upper limb orthosis, not otherwise specified
Replacement Parts
L4000 Replace girdle for spinal orthosis (CTLSO or SO) Not Covered
L4002 Replacement strap, any orthosis, includes all components, any length, any type
Not Covered
L4010 Replace trilateral socket brim Not Covered
L4020 Replace quadrilateral socket brim, molded to patient model Not Covered
L4030 Replace quadrilateral socket brim, custom fitted Not Covered
L4040 Replace molded thigh lacer, for custom fabricated orthosis only Not Covered
L4045 Replace nonmolded thigh lacer, for custom fabricated orthosis only
Not Covered
L4050 Replace molded calf lacer, for custom fabricated orthosis only Not Covered
L4055 Replace nonmolded calf lacer, for custom fabricated orthosis only
Not Covered
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L4060 Replace high roll cuff Not Covered
L4070 Replace proximal and distal upright for KAFO Not Covered
L4080 Replace metal bands KAFO, proximal thigh Not Covered
L4090 Replace metal bands KAFO-AFO, calf or distal thigh Not Covered
L4100 Replace leather cuff KAFO, proximal thigh Not Covered
L4110 Replace leather cuff KAFO-AFO, calf or distal thigh Not Covered
L4130 Replace pretibial shell Not Covered
L4205 Repair of orthotic device, labor component, per 15 minutes Not Covered
L4210 Repair of orthotic device, repair or replace minor parts Not Covered
Slings and Splints
A4565 Slings (fabric support) Not Covered
A4566 Shoulder sling or vest design, abduction restrainer, with or without swathe control, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Not Covered
A4570 Splint Not Covered
L4370 Pneumatic full leg splint (e.g., aircast), prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L4380 Pneumatic knee splint (e.g., aircast), prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
Deleted Code
Effective 01/01/2012
L4392 Replace soft interface material, static AFO
L4394 Replace soft interface material, foot drop splint
L4398 Foot drop splint, recumbent positioning device, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment
L9900 Orthotic and prosthetic supply, accessory, and/or service component of another HCPCS “L” code
S8450 Splint, prefabricated, digit (specify digit by use of modifier) Not Covered
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S8451 Splint, prefabricated, wrist or ankle Not Covered
S8452 Splint, prefabricated, elbow Not Covered
Medical Terms
Align - To arrange in a straight line. Arch Support - A rigid support placed inside a shoe so that its molded form fits the arch of the foot and relieves strain on the muscles of the foot while walking, standing, etc. Avulsion - A forcible tearing away or separation of a bodily structure or part. Cartilage - Tough, elastic, fibrous, connective tissue found in various parts of the body. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - A common disorder of the wrist and hand characterized by pain, tingling, and muscular weakness, caused by pressure on the median nerve in the wrist area and often associated with trauma, rheumatoid arthritis, or edema of pregnancy. Cervical – Of or relating to a neck. Cervical Collar - A firm brace worn to support the neck. Clavicle - Also called the collarbone. It articulates with the shoulder on one end and the sternum on the other. Deformity - A bodily malformation, distortion, or disfigurement. Derangement - To disturb the order or arrangement of. Diabetes Mellitus - A disorder of carbohydrate metabolism, usually occurring in genetically predisposed individuals, characterized by inadequate production or utilization of insulin and resulting in excessive amounts of glucose in the blood and urine, excessive thirst, weight loss, and in some cases progressive destruction of small blood vessels leading to such complications as infections and gangrene of the limbs or blindness. Fracture - The breaking of a bone, cartilage or the like.
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Hammertoe - A clawlike deformity of a toe, usually the second or third, in which there is a permanent flexion of the second and third joints. Immobilize - To prevent the use, activity, or movement of. Integral - Consisting or composed of parts that together constitute a whole. Joint - The movable or fixed place or part where two bones or elements of a skeleton join. Ligaments - Bands of fibrous tissue connecting bones and cartilage, serving to support and strengthen joints. Lumbar - Of, near, or relating to the part of the body between the lowest ribs and the hipbones. Phalanx - Any one of the bones of the fingers or toes. Sacral - Pertaining to the sacrum, the part of the spinal column that is directly connected with or forms a part of the pelvis and that in humans consists of five fused vertebrae. Serial - Of, pertaining to, consisting of, or occurring in a series rather than simultaneously. Substantial - Of or pertaining to the essence of a thing; essential, material, or important. Tendon - A cord or band of dense, tough, inelastic, white, fibrous tissue, serving to connect a muscle with a bone or part. Torsion Bar Braces (Denis Brown splint) - Splint utilized on the feet to correct abnormal rotation of the foot (e.g. clubfoot). Vascular - To be characterized by or containing vessels that carry or circulate fluids, such as blood or lymph fluid, throughout the body of an animal. Volar Plate - Fibrocartilaginous structure firmly attached to the base of the phalanx.
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