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See a sample rate comparisonHCPCS L8046 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.
Partial facial prosthesis, provided by a non-physician
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Prosthetic Procedures Facial and External Ear Prosthetics |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for L8046 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS L8046 by major payers:
$2,667.65
$1,772.08
$1,893.95
$2,622.45
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HCPCS L8046
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Chu Chen
Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.
$2,500.10Published rateBrittany Ptachick
Hroa 401k Plan
$1,623.28Published rateScreven County Hospital, LLC, Optim Medical Center - Screven
$1,519.57Published rateNevada Eye Care Professionals Little & Stein, Ltd.
Nevada Eye Care Professionals
$718.04Published rateChristopher Raio
St Francis Hospital
$424.88Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS L8046 vs. Other Facial and External Ear Prosthetics Codes
The HCPCS L8046 code is part of the Prosthetic Procedures services used for Facial and External Ear 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 L8046 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 |
|---|---|---|
| L8045-HCPCS | High | Auricular prosthesis, provided by a non-physician |
| L8046-HCPCS | High | Partial facial prosthesis, provided by a non-physician |
| L8047-HCPCS | High | Nasal septal prosthesis, provided by a non-physician |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS L8046. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the L8046 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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