L3640 – Transfer of an orthosis from one shoe to another, dennis browne splint (riveton), both shoes
HCPCS Level II code · L codes: Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures and Devices
HCPCS codeL3640
- Long description
- Transfer of an orthosis from one shoe to another, dennis browne splint (riveton), both shoes
- Short description
- Shoe dennis browne splint bo
- Pricing indicator
00Not separately priced by Part B (bundled, not covered or Part A only)- Medicare coverage
DSpecial coverage instructions apply- BETOS category
D1FProsthetic/Orthotic devices- Added
- January 1, 1986
- Last change
- January 1, 1997 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code L3640?
L3640 is a HCPCS Level II code for transfer of an orthosis from one shoe to another, dennis browne splint (riveton), both shoes.
Does Medicare cover L3640?
The HCPCS file lists coverage code D: Special coverage instructions apply. Coverage and payment also depend on local coverage determinations and the patient’s plan.
Nearby L codes
- L3570 – Orthopedic shoe addition, special extension to instep (leather with eyelets)
- L3580 – Orthopedic shoe addition, convert instep to velcro closure
- L3590 – Orthopedic shoe addition, convert firm shoe counter to soft counter
- L3595 – Orthopedic shoe addition, march bar
- 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
- L3630 – Transfer of an orthosis from one shoe to another, solid stirrup, new
- L3649 – Orthopedic shoe, modification, addition or transfer, not otherwise specified
- L3650 – Shoulder orthosis, figure of eight design abduction restrainer, prefabricated, off-the-shelf
- L3660 – Shoulder orthosis, figure of eight design abduction restrainer, canvas and webbing, prefabricated, off-the-shelf
- L3670 – Shoulder orthosis, acromio/clavicular (canvas and webbing type), prefabricated, off-the-shelf
- L3671 – Shoulder orthosis, shoulder joint 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 – Shoulder orthosis, vest type abduction restrainer, canvas webbing type or equal, prefabricated, off-the-shelf
- L3677 – Shoulder orthosis, shoulder joint design, without joints, may include soft interface, straps, prefabricated item that has been trimmed, bent, molded, assembled, or otherwise customized to fit a specific patient by an individual with expertise
Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.