Durable Medical Equipment Coding System (DMECS)

HCPCS Code L3809 Details

Short Description: Whfo w/o joints pre ots

Long Description: WRIST HAND FINGER ORTHOSIS, WITHOUT JOINT(S), PREFABRICATED, OFF-THE-SHELF, ANY TYPE

Additional Search Terminology: WRIST; FINGER; HAND

Product and Service Code(s): OR03 : ORTHOSES: OFF-THE-SHELF.

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Code History

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01/01/2014 Added to HCPCS Code Set Added by Noridian 17 Dec 2013 20:06:00 GMT
01/01/2014 Valid for DME MAC submission

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L3809

Features

  • The device is manufactured in quantity without a specific beneficiary in mind.
  • Meets the DMEPOS Quality Standards (Appendix C) definition of minimal self-adjustment which requires an adjustment the patient, caretaker for the patient, or device supplier can perform without an individual with expertise.
  • A static rigid or semi-rigid palmar or dorsal design that extends from the forearm to the wrist, hand and fingers.
  • Includes all interface materials and closures.

Functions

  • Supports or immobilizes the wrist, hand and fingers.

Corresponding prefabricated custom fitted HCPCS code:

  • L3807