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HCPCS L5100 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Below knee, molded socket, shin, SACH foot
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Prosthetic Procedures

Below the Knee Prosthetics

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for L5100

National average reimbursement for HCPCS L5100 by major payers:

bcbs

$2,736.28

uhc

$1,677.76

aetna

$1,852.17

cigna

$3,837.90

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HCPCS L5100
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Chu Chen

    Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.

    MAPediatrics PhysicianNPI 1073502985Tax ID 42-484572

    $6,133.51Published rate
  2. Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Inc, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hosptial

    Phoebe Physician Group Inc

    GAGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1992789721Tax ID 26-3792403

    $2,170.59Published rate
  3. Hca Health Services Of Tennessee, Inc., Tristar Centennial Medical Center

    Quest Diagnostics Clinical Laboratories, Inc.

    TNGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1023055126Tax ID 38-2084239

    $1,440.00Published rate
  4. Piedmont Newton Ekg Billing LLC

    Piedmont Newton Hospital Inc

    GAGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1255891958Tax ID 58-2155150

    $1,332.28Published rate
  5. Christopher Raio

    St Joseph Hospital

    NYEmergency Medicine PhysicianNPI 1255478004Tax ID 11-3438973

    $1,011.72Published rate

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HCPCS L5100 vs. Other Below the Knee Prosthetics Codes

The HCPCS L5100 code is part of the Prosthetic Procedures services used for Below the Knee Prosthetics. 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 L5100 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.

CodeComplexityDescription
L5060-HCPCSHighAnkle, Symes, metal frame, molded leather socket, articulated ankle/foot
L5100-HCPCSHighBelow knee, molded socket, shin, SACH foot
L5105-HCPCSHighBelow knee, plastic socket, joints and thigh lacer, SACH foot

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS L5100. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the L5100 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

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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