L2840 – Addition to lower extremity orthosis, tibial length sock, fracture or equal, each

HCPCS Level II code · L codes: Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures and Devices

Active code Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeL2840
Long description
Addition to lower extremity orthosis, tibial length sock, fracture or equal, each
Short description
Tibial length sock fx or equ
Pricing indicator
38 Orthotics, prosthetics, prosthetic devices & vision services
Medicare coverage
C Carrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor
BETOS category
D1F Prosthetic/Orthotic devices
Added
January 1, 1989
Last change
January 1, 1996 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code L2840?

L2840 is a HCPCS Level II code for addition to lower extremity orthosis, tibial length sock, fracture or equal, each.

Does Medicare cover L2840?

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

Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.