HCPCS Level II L8624: Lithium Ion Battery for Cochlear Implant Ear‑Level Replacement

HCPCS Level II code L8624 describes a lithium ion battery replacement for use with a cochlear implant or auditory osseointegrated device speech processor, specified as an ear‑level replacement item; service type is durable medical equipment supply of a replacement battery and the typical site of service is an outpatient clinic or durable medical equipment supplier setting where device accessories are provided and replaced.

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HCPCS Level II L8624: Lithium Ion Battery for Cochlear Implant Ear‑Level Replacement

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Clinical & Coding Specifications

Clinical Context

A patient with a functioning cochlear implant or an auditory osseointegrated device presents to the audiology clinic reporting reduced runtime and intermittent loss of sound in the speech processor. The speech processor is an ear-level unit that uses a removable lithium ion battery. The audiologist inspects the processor, confirms the battery is depleted or fails quality testing, and documents the need for a replacement battery. The device manufacturer’s service or the clinic provides a replacement L8624 lithium ion battery, records the device lot/serial number, and updates the patient’s device inventory in the chart. Billing is submitted for the single replacement battery item, with the encounter coded to the patient’s underlying hearing disorder diagnosis (for example, sensorineural hearing loss or unilateral cochlear implantation status). Typical workflow steps include device inspection and testing by audiology, supply dispensing, documentation of battery model/serial, patient education on battery handling and charging, and billing of the replacement part using L8624.

Related CPT Codes

CPT Code	Description	Relationship to This Procedure
`92557`	Comprehensive audiometry threshold evaluation and speech recognition	Performed during evaluation when battery failure causes reported hearing issues; documents baseline function
`92601`	Diagnostic analysis of cochlear implant, basic; programming and/or measurement	Commonly performed when a patient presents with device problems to determine if battery or processor issue exists
`92602`	Diagnostic analysis of cochlear implant, complex; programming and/or measurement	Used for more extensive device interrogation and reprogramming after component replacement
`99070`	Supplies and materials (except spectacles), provided by physician over and above those usually included with office visit	May be used by some payers for small disposable supplies; however `L8624` is billed as the HCPCS item for the battery
`99000`	Handling and/or conveyance of specimen or device, when reported (historical/limited)	Rarely used; some suppliers report handling fees when returning or replacing device components per payer policy

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78	CPT 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…
91	Modifier 91 — “Repeat Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory Test” — is appended when the exact same CPT laboratory test is performed more than once for the same patient on the same day because serial,…	- Use modifier 91 when the exact same CPT laboratory test is performed more than once on the same patient on the same date because serial or repeated testing is medically necessary to monitor…
57	CPT® modifier -57 (“Decision for Surgery”) is appended to an Evaluation and Management (E/M) service when that encounter results in the initial decision to perform a major surgery (a procedure with a…	- Use modifier 57 when an E/M service provided by the same provider (or same tax ID) on the day of or the day before a major surgical procedure (90‑day global period) results in the initial decision…
P2	Modifier P2 denotes an ASA Physical Status II — a patient with mild systemic disease. Per AMA/AAPC, examples include well-controlled hypertension or diabetes, mild obesity (BMI 30–40), current smoker…	- When to use: Append modifier -P2 to anesthesia CPT codes (00100–01999) when the anesthesia provider documents the patient has mild systemic disease (ASA Physical Status II) — for example…

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Frequently Asked Questions

References

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.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.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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Clinical & Coding Specifications

Clinical Context

Related CPT Codes

CPT Code	Description	Relationship to This Procedure
`92557`	Comprehensive audiometry threshold evaluation and speech recognition	Performed during evaluation when battery failure causes reported hearing issues; documents baseline function
`92601`	Diagnostic analysis of cochlear implant, basic; programming and/or measurement	Commonly performed when a patient presents with device problems to determine if battery or processor issue exists
`92602`	Diagnostic analysis of cochlear implant, complex; programming and/or measurement	Used for more extensive device interrogation and reprogramming after component replacement
`99070`	Supplies and materials (except spectacles), provided by physician over and above those usually included with office visit	May be used by some payers for small disposable supplies; however `L8624` is billed as the HCPCS item for the battery
`99000`	Handling and/or conveyance of specimen or device, when reported (historical/limited)	Rarely used; some suppliers report handling fees when returning or replacing device components per payer policy

Related Modifiers

5 rows

Modifier	Description	When to Use
62	Modifier 62 indicates that two surgeons function as co‑surgeons, each performing distinct parts of the same primary surgical procedure. It is appended to the primary procedure code (and any…	- Use modifier -62 when two surgeons act as co‑surgeons (both primary surgeons) on a single definitive primary procedure, each performing distinct parts of the same surgical procedure (append -62 to…
78	CPT 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…
91	Modifier 91 — “Repeat Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory Test” — is appended when the exact same CPT laboratory test is performed more than once for the same patient on the same day because serial,…	- Use modifier 91 when the exact same CPT laboratory test is performed more than once on the same patient on the same date because serial or repeated testing is medically necessary to monitor…
57	CPT® modifier -57 (“Decision for Surgery”) is appended to an Evaluation and Management (E/M) service when that encounter results in the initial decision to perform a major surgery (a procedure with a…	- Use modifier 57 when an E/M service provided by the same provider (or same tax ID) on the day of or the day before a major surgical procedure (90‑day global period) results in the initial decision…
P2	Modifier P2 denotes an ASA Physical Status II — a patient with mild systemic disease. Per AMA/AAPC, examples include well-controlled hypertension or diabetes, mild obesity (BMI 30–40), current smoker…	- When to use: Append modifier -P2 to anesthesia CPT codes (00100–01999) when the anesthesia provider documents the patient has mild systemic disease (ASA Physical Status II) — for example…

Related Provider Taxonomies

8 rows

Taxonomy Code	Specialty	Notes
207W00000X	Ophthalmology Physician	An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically train…
207L00000X	Anesthesiology Physician	An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an opera…
3336C0003X	Community/Retail Pharmacy	A pharmacy where pharmacists store, prepare, and dispense medicinal preparations and/or prescriptions for a local patient population in accordance wit…
208D00000X	General Practice Physician	A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions.
207RP1001X	Pulmonary Disease Physician	An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational an…
207R00000X	Internal Medicine Physician	A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults…
133VN1501X	Sports Dietetics Nutrition Registered Dietitian	An individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics and applies evidence-based nutrition knowledge in exercise and sports. RDNs spec…
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HCPCS L5010: Partial Foot Molded Socket, Ankle Height, With Toe Filler

HCPCS-L5020-PARTIAL-FOOT-MOLDED-SOCKET-TIBIAL-TUBERCLE-TOE-FILLER

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HCPCS L5060: Ankle/Symes Metal Frame with Molded Leather Socket

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HCPCS Level II L5100: Below-Knee Molded Socket with Shin and SACH Foot

HCPCS-L5105-BELOW-KNEE-PLASTIC-SOCKET-SACH-FOOT

HCPCS L5105: Below-Knee Plastic Socket Prosthesis with SACH Foot

HCPCS-L5150-KNEE-DISARTICULATION-MOLDED-SOCKET-EXTERNAL-KNEE-SACH-FOOT

HCPCS L5150: Knee Disarticulation Molded Socket with External Knee and SACH Foot

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Showing 1–10 of 472

Frequently Asked Questions

References

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.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.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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Clinical & Coding Specifications

Clinical Context

Related CPT Codes

Related Modifiers

Related Provider Taxonomies

Related Codes

References

Clinical & Coding Specifications

Clinical Context

Related CPT Codes

Related Modifiers

Related Provider Taxonomies

Related Codes

References

HCPCS Level II L8624: Lithium Ion Battery for Cochlear Implant Ear‑Level Replacement

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Clinical & Coding Specifications

Clinical Context

Related CPT Codes

Related Modifiers

Related Provider Taxonomies

Related Codes

What does HCPCS code L8624 represent?

What is the typical clinical workflow when L8624 is supplied?

Which modifiers may be appended to L8624 and when are they used?

Are there associated CPT codes I should consider when billing for L8624?

Which payers are referenced and does the page provide reimbursement rates for L8624?

References

Clinical & Coding Specifications

Clinical Context

Related CPT Codes

Related Modifiers

Related Provider Taxonomies

Related Codes

What does HCPCS code L8624 represent?

What is the typical clinical workflow when L8624 is supplied?

Which modifiers may be appended to L8624 and when are they used?

Are there associated CPT codes I should consider when billing for L8624?

Which payers are referenced and does the page provide reimbursement rates for L8624?

References