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    OpenPayerBilling CodesOrthotic Procedures and servicesHCPCS hcpcs-l3924-hand-finger-orthosis-no-joints-prefabricated
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    HCPCS Level II L3924: Hand/Finger Orthosis, Prefabricated

    HCPCS Level II code L3924 describes a prefabricated, off-the-shelf hand/finger orthosis without joints, typically used to support or immobilize digits and may include a soft interface and straps; this service is classified as durable medical equipment for orthotic care, commonly provided in outpatient clinics, orthotics/prosthetics shops, rehabilitation centers, and durable medical equipment suppliers where fitting and distribution occur.

    For related coverage guidance, see recent payer policy updates: Interferential Stimulation Devices (for home use), Durable Medical Equipment (DME): Tumor Treating Fields (Alternating Electric Field Therapy) Medical Guideline, Durable Medical Equipment (DME): Bone Growth Stimulators Medical Guideline.

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    Clinical Context

    A 52-year-old right-handed administrative assistant presents to an outpatient orthotics clinic after sustaining a work-related hyperextension injury to the ring and small fingers of the dominant hand. The patient reports localized pain, swelling, and difficulty performing fine motor tasks. The treating occupational therapist and hand surgeon assess for joint stability and range of motion and determine a prefabricated, non-jointed digital orthosis is appropriate to immobilize the fingers and protect soft tissue while allowing limited hand function.

    The typical clinical workflow: the hand surgeon documents the diagnosis and medical necessity, writes an order for a prefabricated hand/finger orthosis L3924, and specifies laterality. An occupational therapist or certified orthotist performs a brief fitting and adjustment in the clinic, confirms fit and skin protection with a soft interface and straps, provides patient education on wear time and skin checks, and documents the fitting session. Follow-up visit is scheduled within 1–2 weeks to assess healing, fit, and need for continued immobilization or progression to a custom device.

    Related CPT Codes

    CPT CodeDescriptionRelationship to This Procedure
    97530Therapeutic activities, direct (one-on-one) patient contact by the provider, per 15 minutesUsed by occupational therapists for functional retraining and activities of daily living after fitting an orthosis.
    97140Manual therapy techniques (eg, mobilization/manipulation), 1 or more regions, each 15 minutesMay be performed in conjunction with orthosis use for soft tissue mobilization and edema management.
    99070Supplies and materials (eg, bandages, tape, splints), noncovered items used during treatmentBilled when additional supplies or prefabricated orthosis components are provided in the clinic.
    99213Office or other outpatient visit, established patient, low to moderate complexityTypical office visit where the prescriber documents need for L3924 and completes the order.
    97760Orthotic management and training, upper extremity, initial orthosisProvides training and fitting time when the orthosis requires professional management and patient instruction.

    Related Modifiers

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    ModifierDescriptionWhen to Use
    52Modifier ‑52 (Reduced Services) indicates that a service or procedure was partially reduced or omitted at the provider’s discretion, allowing reporting of the basic procedure number with a qualifier…- Use modifier -52 when a physician or qualified health professional electively reduces or omits part of a procedure or service (for example, performing fewer required views or omitting a portion of…
    59Modifier 59 indicates a distinct procedural service when two procedures that are not normally billed together are clinically and procedurally separate. The CPT definition (as reiterated by CMS)…- Use modifier -59 to report a distinct procedural service when documentation supports that the procedure reported is not normally billed together with another service on the same day because of a…
    76Modifier -76, Repeat Procedure or Service by Same Physician or Other Qualified Health Care Professional, is appended when the same provider performs an identical, medically necessary procedure or…- Use modifier -76 when the same physician or other qualified health care professional performs an identical procedure or service a second (or subsequent) time on the same date of service and the…
    78CPT modifier -78 indicates an unplanned, related return to the operating or procedure room by the same provider during the global postoperative period. It is appended when treatment for a…- Use modifier -78 when an unplanned, related complication during the original procedure’s global postoperative period requires the patient to return to a formal operating or procedure room and the…
    22Modifier –22 (Increased Procedural Services) is used when a reported procedure is substantially more extensive than normally required. The CPT Manual and CMS state it may be appended only when the…- When to use: Append modifier -22 to a procedural CPT code when the service performed is substantially more extensive than the usual service described by that code — i.e., the procedure required…

    Related Provider Taxonomies

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    Taxonomy CodeSpecialtyNotes
    225100000XPhysical TherapistPhysical therapists (PTs) are licensed health care professionals who diagnose and treat individuals of all ages, from newborns to the very oldest, who…
    207W00000XOphthalmology PhysicianAn ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically train…
    207L00000XAnesthesiology PhysicianAn anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an opera…
    207K00000XAllergy & Immunology PhysicianAn allergist-immunologist is trained in evaluation, physical and laboratory diagnosis, and management of disorders involving the immune system. Select…
    207RA0401XAddiction Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAn internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of addiction disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified b…
    261QX0200XOncology Clinic/CenterAn entity, facility, or distinct part of a facility providing diagnostic, treatment and prescriptive services related to cancerous conditions. Servic…
    374T00000XReligious Nonmedical Nursing PersonnelReligious nonmedical nursing personnel are experienced in caring for the physical needs of nonmedical patients. For example, caring for the physical …
    246YR1600XRegistered Record AdministratorNone

    Related ICD-10-CM Codes

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    ICD-10-CM CodeDescription
    G56.01Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    G56.02Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
    G56.11Other lesions of median nerve, right upper limb
    G56.12Other lesions of median nerve, left upper limb
    M05.211Rheumatoid vasculitis with rheumatoid arthritis of right shoulder
    M06.851Other specified rheumatoid arthritis, right hip
    M19.041Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
    M19.042Primary osteoarthritis, left hand
    M19.071Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
    M19.072Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot

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    Related Payer Policy Updates

    Specialty: Durable Medical Equipment (DME)1 / 3

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    PolicyPayerEffective Date
    Interferential Stimulation Devices (for home use)Moda Health2026-10-01
    Durable Medical Equipment (DME): Tumor Treating Fields (Alternating Electric Field Therapy) Medical GuidelineWPS Health Insurance2026-10-01
    Durable Medical Equipment (DME): Bone Growth Stimulators Medical GuidelineWPS Health Insurance2026-10-01
    General Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Medical GuidelineWPS Health Insurance2026-10-01
    Prior Authorization for Durable Medical Equipment (DME)Blue Cross Blue Shield - Rhode Island2026-10-01

    Related Codes

    HCPCS-L0112-CRANIAL-CERVICAL-ORTHOSIS-CONGENITAL-TORTICOLLIS-CUSTOM

    HCPCS L0112: Cranial Cervical Orthosis, Congenital Torticollis Type

    HCPCS-L0113-CRANIAL-CERVICAL-ORTHOSIS-TORTICOLLIS

    HCPCS Level II L0113: Prefabricated Cranial Cervical Orthosis for Torticollis

    HCPCS-L0130-CERVICAL-FLEXIBLE-THERMOPLASTIC-COLLAR-MOLDED-TO-PATIENT

    HCPCS Level II L0130: Cervical Flexible Thermoplastic Collar, Molded to Patient

    HCPCS-L0140-CERVICAL-SEMI-RIGID-ADJUSTABLE-PLASTIC-COLLAR

    HCPCS Level II L0140: Cervical Semi-Rigid Adjustable Plastic Collar

    HCPCS-L0150-CERVICAL-SEMI-RIGID-ADJUSTABLE-CHIN-CUP

    HCPCS Level II L0150: Cervical Semi-Rigid Adjustable Chin Cup

    HCPCS-L0160-CERVICAL-SEMI-RIGID-OCCIPITAL-MANDIBULAR-SUPPORT

    HCPCS Level II L0160: Cervical Semi-Rigid Occipital/Mandibular Support

    HCPCS-L0170-CERVICAL-COLLAR-MOLDED-TO-PATIENT-MODEL

    HCPCS Level II L0170: Cervical Collar, Custom-Molded

    HCPCS-L0172-CERVICAL-COLLAR-SEMI-RIGID-THERMOPLASTIC-FOAM

    HCPCS L0172: Cervical Collar, Semi-Rigid Prefabricated

    HCPCS-L0174-CERVICAL-COLLAR-SEMI-RIGID-THORACIC-EXTENSION

    HCPCS L0174: Cervical Collar, Semi-Rigid Thermoplastic with Thoracic Extension

    HCPCS-L0180-CERVICAL-MULTIPLE-POST-COLLAR-OCCIPITAL-MANDIBULAR-ADJUSTABLE

    HCPCS Level II L0180: Cervical Orthosis with Occipital/Mandibular Supports

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    References

    1. 1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
    2. 2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
    3. 3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.
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