Summary & Overview
HCPCS L0982: Stocking Supporter Grips, Prefabricated, Set of Four
HCPCS Level II code L0982 denotes a set of four prefabricated stocking supporter grips used to assist patients in donning and securing compression or support stockings. Nationally, this code matters because properly applied stocking accessories support adherence to compression therapy, which can affect outcomes for venous disease, lymphedema, and post-surgical edema management. Coverage and billing for off-the-shelf stocking accessories vary across major payers, influencing patient access and supplier reimbursement.
Key payers covered in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find an overview of typical coverage considerations, common billing workflows for durable medical supplies, and how payers commonly categorize prefabricated stocking accessories. The publication summarizes benchmark topics such as allowable billing scenarios, coding alignment within DME benefit structures, and administrative documentation commonly requested by payers. Where payer-specific policy text is unavailable, the report notes that data was not provided in the input.
This summary is intended for clinicians, DME suppliers, and revenue cycle professionals seeking a concise national view of what L0982 represents, the settings where it is used, and the practical billing context to expect when submitting claims for stocking supporter grips.
Billing Code Overview
HCPCS Level II code L0982 describes stocking supporter grips, prefabricated, off-the-shelf, set of four (4). This item is a prefabricated accessory intended to assist patients with putting on and securing compression or support stockings. Service type: durable medical supply / stocking accessory. Typical site of service: outpatient clinic, durable medical equipment (DME) supplier, or home use.
Clinical & Coding Specifications
Clinical Context
A typical patient is an adult with difficulty donning compression stockings due to limited hand strength, arthritis, peripheral edema, or sensory deficits. In an outpatient orthotics clinic or durable medical equipment (DME) supplier setting, a clinician (orthotist, physical therapist, or occupational therapist) evaluates the patient’s need for donning aids. The clinician documents the functional limitation (for example, decreased grip strength or painful hand joints) and prescribes a set of four prefabricated stocking supporter grips to facilitate application and removal of compression hosiery. The DME supplier dispenses the off-the-shelf L0982 product, provides brief instruction on use and skin inspection, and updates the medical record with product details, quantity (set of four), and the clinical rationale tied to the patient’s diagnosis and functional status. Typical sites of service are outpatient clinic, home health visits, or a retail DME location where the patient receives the device and education.
Coding Specifications
| Modifier | Description | When to Use |
|---|---|---|
00 | No modifier | Use when no other modifier applies for the DME supply. |
11 |