L2785 – Addition to lower extremity orthosis, drop lock retainer, each
HCPCS Level II code · L codes: Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures and Devices
HCPCS codeL2785
- Long description
- Addition to lower extremity orthosis, drop lock retainer, each
- Short description
- Drop lock retainer each
- 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, 1988
- Last change
- January 1, 1996 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code L2785?
L2785 is a HCPCS Level II code for addition to lower extremity orthosis, drop lock retainer, each.
Does Medicare cover L2785?
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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- L2780 – Addition to lower extremity orthosis, non-corrosive finish, per bar
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- L2800 – Addition to lower extremity orthosis, knee control, knee cap, 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 lower 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
Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.