L8697 – External accessory for use with implantable phrenic nerve stimulation device, replacement, each
HCPCS Level II code · L codes: Orthotic and Prosthetic Procedures and Devices
HCPCS codeL8697
- Long description
- External accessory for use with implantable phrenic nerve stimulation device, replacement, each
- Short description
- Ext phrenic stim acc repl ea
- Pricing indicator
46Priced by carrier (not otherwise classified / individual determination)- Medicare coverage
CCarrier judgment – coverage decided by the Medicare contractor- BETOS category
D1FProsthetic/Orthotic devices- Added
- October 1, 2026
- Last change
- October 1, 2026 – Added
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code L8697?
L8697 is a HCPCS Level II code for external accessory for use with implantable phrenic nerve stimulation device, replacement, each.
Does Medicare cover L8697?
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
- L8689 – External recharging system for battery (internal) for use with implantable neurostimulator, replacement only
- L8690 – Auditory osseointegrated device, includes all internal and external components
- L8691 – Auditory osseointegrated device, external sound processor, excludes transducer/actuator, replacement only, each
- L8692 – Auditory osseointegrated device, external sound processor, used without osseointegration, body worn, includes headband or other means of external attachment
- L8693 – Auditory osseointegrated device abutment, any length, replacement only
- L8694 – Auditory osseointegrated device, transducer/actuator, replacement only, each
- L8695 – External recharging system for battery (external) for use with implantable neurostimulator, replacement only
- L8696 – Antenna (external) for use with implantable diaphragmatic/phrenic nerve stimulation device, replacement, each
- L8698 – Miscellaneous component, supply or accessory for use with total artificial heart system
- L8699 – Prosthetic implant, not otherwise specified
- L8701 – Powered upper extremity range of motion assist device, elbow, wrist, hand with single or double upright(s), includes microprocessor, sensors, all components and accessories, custom fabricated
- L8702 – Powered upper extremity range of motion assist device, elbow, wrist, hand, finger, single or double upright(s), includes microprocessor, sensors, all components and accessories, custom fabricated
- L8720 – External lower extremity sensory prosthetic device, cutaneous stimulation of mechanoreceptors proximal to the ankle, per leg
- L8721 – Receptor sole for use with l8720, replacement, each
- L9900 – Orthotic and prosthetic supply, accessory, and/or service component of another hcpcs "l" code
Source: CMS HCPCS Level II quarterly file, October 2026. Reference only – check payer policy before billing.