L6384 – Immediate post surgical or early fitting, application of initial rigid dressing including fitting alignment and suspension of components, and one cast change, shoulder disarticulation or interscapular thoracic

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

Active code Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeL6384
Long description
Immediate post surgical or early fitting, application of initial rigid dressing including fitting alignment and suspension of components, and one cast change, shoulder disarticulation or interscapular thoracic
Short description
Postop dsg cast chg shlder/t
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, 1988
Last change
January 1, 1996 – No change

Frequently asked questions

What is HCPCS code L6384?

L6384 is a HCPCS Level II code for immediate post surgical or early fitting, application of initial rigid dressing including fitting alignment and suspension of components, and one cast change, shoulder disarticulation or interscapular thoracic.

Does Medicare cover L6384?

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.