L6950 – Above elbow, external power, molded inner socket, removable humeral shell, internal locking elbow, forearm, otto bock or equal switch, cables, two batteries and one charger, switch control of terminal device

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

Active code Carrier judgment

HCPCS codeL6950
Long description
Above elbow, external power, molded inner socket, removable humeral shell, internal locking elbow, forearm, otto bock or equal switch, cables, two batteries and one charger, switch control of terminal device
Short description
Above elbow switch control
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 L6950?

L6950 is a HCPCS Level II code for above elbow, external power, molded inner socket, removable humeral shell, internal locking elbow, forearm, otto bock or equal switch, cables, two batteries and one charger, switch control of terminal device.

Does Medicare cover L6950?

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.