HCPCS L8696 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 • Miscellaneous Orthotic and Prosthetic Services and Supplies |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS L8696 by major payers:
$217.39
$146.12
$155.96
$311.91
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | L8696 | $116.63 | 1952557498 - JEREMY KELLEY | 451471722 - (AL) BAMA HEART DOC, PC DBA ALABAMA HEART & VASCULAR MEDICINE | AL | Family Nurse Practitioner (363LF0000X) |
United | L8696 | $116.63 | 1790057420 - BAMA HEART DOC, P.C., ALABAMA HEART AND VASCULAR MEDICINE | 451471722 - (AL) BAMA HEART DOC, PC DBA ALABAMA HEART & VASCULAR MEDICINE | AL | Interventional Cardiology Physician (207RI0011X) |
United | L8696 | $116.63 | 1851400485 - GEORGE HEMSTREET | 451471722 - (AL) BAMA HEART DOC, PC DBA ALABAMA HEART & VASCULAR MEDICINE | AL | Interventional Cardiology Physician (207RI0011X) |
United | L8696 | $467.17 | 1073502985 - CHU CHEN | 42484572 - (MA) MERRIMACK VALLEY PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES, INC. | MA | Pediatrics Physician (208000000X) |
United | L8696 | $111.44 | 1174512115 - MICHAEL GUILLETTE | 271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLC | CO | Physician Assistant (363A00000X) |
United | L8696 | $135.86 | 1760452098 - HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF JENKINS COUNTY | 581158547 - (GA) HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF JENKINS COUNTY DBA JENKINS COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | L8696 | $218.75 | 1487684122 - UNION COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY, UNION GENERAL HOSPITAL | 586025393 - (GA) UNION COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L8696 | $131.25 | 1801883780 - TANNER MEDICAL CENTER, INC, TANNER HEALTH SYSTEM | 581790149 - (GA) TANNER MEDICAL CENTER INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L8696 | $198.11 | 1902855216 - ATLANTA VAMC | 582091280 | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L8696 | $125.77 | 1225339898 - SCREVEN COUNTY HOSPITAL, LLC, OPTIM MEDICAL CENTER - SCREVEN | 273100946 | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | L8696 | $135.86 | 1316938459 - NAVICENT HEALTH OCONEE, LLC, NAVICENT HEALTH BALDWIN | 582359398 - NAVICENT HEALTH OCONEE LLC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L8696 | $210.47 | 1235129214 - EMANUEL COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY, EMANUEL MEDICAL CENTER | 586002922 | GA | Rural Acute Care Hospital (282NR1301X) |
United | L8696 | $308.01 | 1255891958 - PIEDMONT NEWTON EKG BILLING LLC | 814475074 - (GA) PIEDMONT NEWTON HOSPITAL INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L8696 | $135.86 | 1861478851 - CLINCH COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY | 586011853 - (GA) CLINCH COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | L8696 | $135.86 | 1194779702 - JOHN D. ARCHBOLD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. | 580566121 - JOHN D ARCHBOLD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
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 L8696 vs. Other Miscellaneous Orthotic and Prosthetic Services and Supplies Codes
The HCPCS L8696 code is part of the Prosthetic Procedures services used for Miscellaneous Orthotic and Prosthetic Services and Supplies. 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 L8696 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 |
|---|---|---|
| L8695-HCPCS | Low | External recharging system for battery (external) for use with implantable neurostimulator, replacement only |
| L8696-HCPCS | Moderate | Antenna (external) for use with implantable diaphragmatic/phrenic nerve stimulation device, replacement, each |
| L8698-HCPCS | Low | Miscellaneous component, supply or accessory for use with total artificial heart system |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS L8696. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the L8696 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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