L2038 – Knee ankle foot orthosis, full plastic, with or without free motion knee, multi-axis ankle, custom fabricated
HCPCS Level II code · L codes: Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures and Devices
HCPCS codeL2038
- Long description
- Knee ankle foot orthosis, full plastic, with or without free motion knee, multi-axis ankle, custom fabricated
- Short description
- Kafo w/o joint multi-axis an
- Pricing indicator
38Orthotics, prosthetics, prosthetic devices & vision services- Medicare coverage
CCarrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor- BETOS category
D1FProsthetic/Orthotic devices- Added
- January 1, 1989
- Last change
- January 1, 2006 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code L2038?
L2038 is a HCPCS Level II code for knee ankle foot orthosis, full plastic, with or without free motion knee, multi-axis ankle, custom fabricated.
Does Medicare cover L2038?
The HCPCS file lists coverage code C: Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.
Nearby L codes
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- L2020 – Knee ankle foot orthosis, double upright, free ankle, solid stirrup, thigh and calf bands/cuffs (double bar 'ak' orthosis), custom fabricated
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Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.