L8400 – Prosthetic sheath, below knee, each
HCPCS Level II code · L codes: Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures and Devices
HCPCS codeL8400
- Long description
- Prosthetic sheath, below knee, each
- Short description
- Sheath below knee
- Pricing indicator
38Orthotics, prosthetics, prosthetic devices & vision services- Medicare coverage
DSpecial coverage instructions apply- BETOS category
D1FProsthetic/Orthotic devices- Added
- January 1, 1982
- Last change
- January 1, 1996 – No change
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code L8400?
L8400 is a HCPCS Level II code for prosthetic sheath, below knee, each.
Does Medicare cover L8400?
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
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- L8048 – Unspecified maxillofacial prosthesis, by report, provided by a non-physician
- L8049 – Repair or modification of maxillofacial prosthesis, labor component, 15 minute increments, provided by a non-physician
- L8300 – Truss, single with standard pad
- L8310 – Truss, double with standard pads
- L8320 – Truss, addition to standard pad, water pad
- L8330 – Truss, addition to standard pad, scrotal pad
- L8410 – Prosthetic sheath, above knee, each
- L8415 – Prosthetic sheath, upper limb, each
- L8417 – Prosthetic sheath/sock, including a gel cushion layer, below knee or above knee, each
- L8420 – Prosthetic sock, multiple ply, below knee, each
- L8430 – Prosthetic sock, multiple ply, above knee, each
- L8435 – Prosthetic sock, multiple ply, upper limb, each
- L8440 – Prosthetic shrinker, below knee, each
- L8460 – Prosthetic shrinker, above knee, each
Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.