HCPCS L0648 Fee Schedule
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Orthotic Procedures and services • Lumbar-sacral Orthotics Sagittal Control |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS L0648 by major payers:
$569.47
$669.45
$608.56
$944.46
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | L0648 | $594.52 | 1396770004 - HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF WASHINGTON COUNTY, WASHINGTON COUNTY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | 586012329 - (GA) HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF WASHINGTON COUNTY | GA | Rural Acute Care Hospital (282NR1301X) |
United | L0648 | $632.65 | 1861478851 - CLINCH COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY | 586011853 - (GA) CLINCH COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | L0648 | $551.38 | 1619087590 - MIGUEL ARENAS | 300394179 - (AZ) MIGUEL A ARENAS MD PC | AZ | Gastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X) |
United | L0648 | $1434.38 | 1306136551 - UJUKA ILOABUCHI | 881014763 | GA | Women's Hospital (282NW0100X) |
United | L0648 | $367.58 | 1619087590 - MIGUEL ARENAS | 300394179 - (AZ) MIGUEL A ARENAS MD PC | AZ | Gastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X) |
United | L0648 | $2107.96 | 1073502985 - CHU CHEN | 42484572 | MA | Pediatrics Physician (208000000X) |
United | L0648 | $632.65 | 1982658944 - PALMYRA PARK HOSPITAL, INC., PALMYRA MEDICAL CENTERS | 721553462 | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L0648 | $632.65 | 1255401519 - THE MEDICAL CENTER INC, PIEDMONT COLUMBUS REGIONAL MIDTOWN | 581685139 - (GA) THE MEDICAL CENTER INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L0648 | $632.65 | 1326028978 - CHATUGE REGIONAL HOSPITAL INC | 582513901 - CHATUGE REGIONAL HOSPITAL INC | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | L0648 | $519.01 | 1174512115 - MICHAEL GUILLETTE | 271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLC | CO | Physician Assistant (363A00000X) |
United | L0648 | $620.40 | 1710992433 - HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF JEFFERSON COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LOUISVILLE, JEFFERSON HOSPITAL | 581309961 - (GA) HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF JEFFERSON COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LOUISVILLE | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L0648 | $1034.02 | 1528056066 - HAMILTON MEDICAL CENTER, INC. | 581519911 - HAMILTON MEDICAL CENTER INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L0648 | $583.98 | 1790942381 - TATTNALL HOSPITAL COMPANY, LLC, OPTIM MEDICAL CENTER - TATTNALL | 300466706 | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | L0648 | $632.65 | 1710105119 - THE HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF MILLER COUNTY, MILLER COUNTY HOSPITAL - PRO FEES | 586010601 - THE HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF MILLER COUNTY | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | L0648 | $632.65 | 1033191267 - STEPHENS COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY | 586001667 - (GA) STEPHENS COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY | GA | Rural Acute Care Hospital (282NR1301X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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HCPCS L0648 vs. Other Lumbar-sacral Orthotics Sagittal Control Codes
The HCPCS L0648 code is part of the Orthotic Procedures and services services used for Lumbar-sacral Orthotics Sagittal Control. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The HCPCS L0648 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| L0643-HCPCS | Low | Lumbar-sacral orthosis (LSO), sagittal control, with rigid posterior panel(s), posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, stays, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, off-the-shelf |
| L0648-HCPCS | Moderate | Lumbar-sacral orthosis (LSO), sagittal control, with rigid anterior and posterior panels, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, off-the-shelf |
| L0649-HCPCS | Low | Lumbar-sacral orthosis (LSO), sagittal-coronal control, with rigid posterior frame/panel(s), posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, lateral strength provided by rigid lateral frame/panels, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, stays, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, off-the-shelf |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS L0648. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the L0648 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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