HCPCS L5679 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 | • Prosthetic Procedures • Socket Insert, Suspensions, and Other Prosthetic Additions |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS L5679 by major payers:
$619.16
$399.77
$440.14
$929.16
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | L5679 | $222.27 | 1053515130 - MIGUEL A. ARENAS, M.D., PC | 300394179 - (AZ) MIGUEL A ARENAS MD PC | AZ | Gastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X) |
United | L5679 | $757.78 | 1063741163 - AZTEC URGENT CARE, LLC | 271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLC | NM | Urgent Care Clinic/Center (261QU0200X) |
United | L5679 | $222.27 | 1952776023 - KRISTINA JIMENEZ | 300394179 - (AZ) MIGUEL A ARENAS MD PC | AZ | Family Nurse Practitioner (363LF0000X) |
United | L5679 | $502.25 | 1063741163 - AZTEC URGENT CARE, LLC | 271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLC | NM | Urgent Care Clinic/Center (261QU0200X) |
United | L5679 | $308.27 | 1427189927 - DEVON DANEY | 271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLC | CO | Family Medicine Physician (207Q00000X) |
United | L5679 | $308.27 | 1174512115 - MICHAEL GUILLETTE | 271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLC | CO | Physician Assistant (363A00000X) |
United | L5679 | $308.27 | 1174512115 - MICHAEL GUILLETTE | 271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLC | CO | Physician Assistant (363A00000X) |
United | L5679 | $502.25 | 1063741163 - AZTEC URGENT CARE, LLC | 271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLC | NM | Urgent Care Clinic/Center (261QU0200X) |
United | L5679 | $333.42 | 1427055821 - NORTHEAST GEORGIA MEDICAL CENTER, INC. | 581177261 - (GA) GAINESVILLE RADIOLOGY GROUP | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L5679 | $819.19 | 1255401519 - THE MEDICAL CENTER INC, PIEDMONT COLUMBUS REGIONAL MIDTOWN | 581685139 - (GA) THE MEDICAL CENTER INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L5679 | $1200.67 | 1598964082 - EMORY HEALTHCARE | 582030692 - EMORY UNIVERSITY | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L5679 | $473.05 | 1689744450 - ARTHUR M. BLANK HOSPITAL, INC., ARTHUR M. BLANK HOSPITAL | 582147112 - (GA) CHILDRENS HEALTHCARE OF ATLANTA INC | GA | Children's Hospital (282NC2000X) |
United | L5679 | $339.98 | 1811962756 - EFFINGHAM HOSPITAL, INC., EFFINGHAM HEALTH SYSTEM | 474393589 - (GA) EFFINGHAM HOSPITAL INC | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | L5679 | $819.19 | 1255401519 - THE MEDICAL CENTER INC, PIEDMONT COLUMBUS REGIONAL MIDTOWN | 581685139 - (GA) THE MEDICAL CENTER INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L5679 | $350.56 | 1861650780 - CHILDRENS NATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | 530196580 - CHILDRENS HOSPITAL | DC | Children's Hospital (282NC2000X) |
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 L5679 vs. Other Socket Insert, Suspensions, and Other Prosthetic Additions Codes
The HCPCS L5679 code is part of the Prosthetic Procedures services used for Socket Insert, Suspensions, and Other Prosthetic Additions. 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 L5679 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 |
|---|---|---|
| L5678-HCPCS | Low | Additions to lower extremity, below knee, joint covers, pair |
| L5679-HCPCS | Moderate | Addition to lower extremity, below knee/above knee, custom fabricated from existing mold or prefabricated, socket insert, silicone gel, elastomeric or equal, not for use with locking mechanism |
| L5680-HCPCS | Moderate | Addition to lower extremity, below knee, thigh lacer, nonmolded |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS L5679. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the L5679 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Government-set reimbursement amounts
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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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