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HCPCS L8689 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: January 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.

External recharging system for battery (internal) for use with implantable neurostimulator, replacement only
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Prosthetic Procedures

Implantable Neurostimulators and Components

Complexity LevelHigh

National average reimbursement for HCPCS L8689 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,713.39

uhc

$1,038.98

aetna

$1,277.85

cigna

$1,690.69

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For billing codeHCPCS L8689
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United
L8689$948.401073567038 - PALMYRA PARK HOSPITAL, INC., PALMYRA MEDICAL CENTERS721553462GAGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
L8689$1044.501972731800 - MERIWETHER HEALTHCARE, L.L.C., WARM SPRINGS MEDICAL CENTER870764535 - (GA) MERIWETHER HEALTHCARE, LLC D/B/A WARM SPRINGS MEDICAL CENTERGACritical Access Hospital (282NC0060X)
United
L8689$3548.901073502985 - CHU CHEN42484572MAPediatrics Physician (208000000X)
United
L8689$928.281548859895 - ALICIA ENCINAS300394179 - (AZ) MIGUEL A ARENAS MD PCCAFamily Nurse Practitioner (363LF0000X)
United
L8689$1573.381992789721 - PHOEBE PUTNEY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC, PHOEBE PUTNEY MEMORIAL HOSPTIAL263792403 - PHOEBE PHYSICIAN GROUP INCGAGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
L8689$1044.501649646472 - LEIGH TAYLOR273818647GAGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
L8689$916.451578583647 - MARC STIEFEL202604678 - PINNACLE ENT ALLIANCE, LLCPAOtolaryngology Physician (207Y00000X)
United
L8689$858.281427189927 - DEVON DANEY271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLCCOFamily Medicine Physician (207Q00000X)
United
L8689$3717.891073502985 - CHU CHEN42484572 - MERRIMACK VALLEY PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES, INC.MAPediatrics Physician (208000000X)
United
L8689$2109.411063741163 - AZTEC URGENT CARE, LLC271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLCNMUrgent Care Clinic/Center (261QU0200X)
United
L8689$886.901316561236 - CINDY CHANG300394179 - (AZ) MIGUEL A ARENAS MD PCAZFamily Nurse Practitioner (363LF0000X)
United
L8689$21.931790715381 - NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL, INC., NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL DULUTH582002413GAGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
L8689$33.741508361841 - CHRISTOPHER CHAMBERS10594994 - COOPERATIVE HEALTHCARE SERVICES INCGARural Acute Care Hospital (282NR1301X)
United
L8689$1573.381639157431 - PHOEBE WORTH MEDICAL CENTER, INC, PHOEBE WORTH MEDICAL CENTER, INC383647394 - (GA) PHOEBE WORTH MEDICAL CENTER INCGACritical Access Hospital (282NC0060X)
United
L8689$928.281619087590 - MIGUEL ARENAS300394179 - (AZ) MIGUEL A ARENAS MD PCAZGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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HCPCS L8689 vs. Other Implantable Neurostimulators and Components Codes

The HCPCS L8689 code is part of the Prosthetic Procedures services used for Implantable Neurostimulators and Components. 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 L8689 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
L8688-HCPCSHighImplantable neurostimulator pulse generator, dual array, non-rechargeable, includes extension
L8689-HCPCSHighExternal recharging system for battery (internal) for use with implantable neurostimulator, replacement only
L8690-HCPCSHighAuditory osseointegrated device, includes all internal and external components

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS L8689. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the L8689 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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