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Last Verified: September 2026
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.
Upper extremity fracture orthosis, humeral, prefabricated, includes shoulder cap design, with or without joints, forearm section, may include soft interface, straps, includes fitting and adjustments
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Orthotic Procedures and services Fracture, Addition, and Unspecified Orthotics, Upper Extremities |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for L3981 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS L3981 by major payers:
$923.03
$614.42
$645.56
$1,315.80
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HCPCS L3981
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Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation, Grady Health Systems
Emory University
$1,592.54Published rateVictoria Lewis-Holland
$881.55Published rateLower Oconee Community Hospital Inc
$573.01Published rateMarc Stiefel
Pinnacle Ent Alliance, LLC
$513.48Published rateKristina Jimenez
Miguel A Arenas Md PC
$328.01Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS L3981 vs. Other Fracture, Addition, and Unspecified Orthotics, Upper Extremities Codes
The HCPCS L3981 code is part of the Orthotic Procedures and services services used for Fracture, Addition, and Unspecified Orthotics, Upper Extremities. 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 L3981 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 |
|---|---|---|
| L3980-HCPCS | Moderate | Upper extremity fracture orthosis, humeral, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment |
| L3981-HCPCS | Moderate | Upper extremity fracture orthosis, humeral, prefabricated, includes shoulder cap design, with or without joints, forearm section, may include soft interface, straps, includes fitting and adjustments |
| L3982-HCPCS | Moderate | Upper extremity fracture orthosis, radius/ulnar, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS L3981. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the L3981 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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