L2182 HCPCS code: Addition to lower extremity fracture orthosis, drop lock knee joint
L2182 is the HCPCS Level II code for addition to lower extremity fracture orthosis, drop lock knee joint. The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $47.61 to $140.43 depending on the state. Its Medicare coverage code is C (Carrier judgment): Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case. The NCCI unit limit is 2 per day on DME suppliers. Medicare volume fell 47% from 2022 to 2024 (58 to 31 services). In 2024, 14 suppliers billed Medicare for L2182 (purchases), serving 16 beneficiaries. Its average fee ranks 2 of 17 L21 codes (family range $109.80–$2,176.65).
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | L codes — Orthotic and prosthetic procedures and devices |
| Coverage code | C — Carrier judgment |
| Pricing indicator | 38 — DMEPOS: orthotics, prosthetics, prosthetic devices and vision services |
| BETOS category | D1F — Prosthetic and orthotic devices |
| Added | 1988-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 1996-01-01 |
2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule for L2182
| Modifier | Meaning | Lowest state fee | Highest state fee | Ceiling | Floor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | base fee | $47.61 | $140.43 | $140.43 | $105.33 |
| State | Modifier | Fee | Rural fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK | — | $122.59 | — |
| AL | — | $105.33 | — |
| AR | — | $131.81 | — |
| AZ | — | $122.83 | — |
| CA | — | $122.83 | — |
| CO | — | $112.15 | — |
| CT | — | $140.38 | — |
| DC | — | $114.21 | — |
| DE | — | $114.21 | — |
| FL | — | $105.33 | — |
| GA | — | $105.33 | — |
| HI | — | $131.04 | — |
| IA | — | $126.37 | — |
| ID | — | $123.83 | — |
| IL | — | $140.43 | — |
| IN | — | $140.43 | — |
| KS | — | $126.37 | — |
| KY | — | $105.33 | — |
| LA | — | $131.81 | — |
| MA | — | $140.38 | — |
| MD | — | $114.21 | — |
| ME | — | $140.38 | — |
| MI | — | $140.43 | — |
| MN | — | $140.43 | — |
| MO | — | $126.37 | — |
| MS | — | $105.33 | — |
| MT | — | $112.15 | — |
| NC | — | $105.33 | — |
| ND | — | $112.15 | — |
| NE | — | $126.37 | — |
| NH | — | $140.38 | — |
| NJ | — | $105.33 | — |
| NM | — | $131.81 | — |
| NV | — | $122.83 | — |
| NY | — | $105.33 | — |
| OH | — | $140.43 | — |
| OK | — | $131.81 | — |
| OR | — | $123.83 | — |
| PA | — | $114.21 | — |
| PR | — | $47.61 | — |
| RI | — | $140.38 | — |
| SC | — | $105.33 | — |
| SD | — | $112.15 | — |
| TN | — | $105.33 | — |
| TX | — | $131.81 | — |
| UT | — | $112.15 | — |
| VA | — | $114.21 | — |
| VI | — | $105.33 | — |
| VT | — | $140.38 | — |
| WA | — | $123.83 | — |
| WI | — | $140.43 | — |
| WV | — | $114.21 | — |
| WY | — | $112.15 | — |
How the L2182 fee compares
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rank among 17 L21 codes (lowest = 1) | 2 |
| Family fee range (average of state fees) | $109.80–$2,176.65 |
| Rural fee uplift | — |
Who bills L2182 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Suppliers billing rentals | — |
| Suppliers billing purchases | 14 |
| Referring clinicians | 15 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 16 |
| States with claims | 0 |
| Year | Suppliers | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 28 | 31 |
| 2023 | 16 | 30 |
| 2024 | 14 | 16 |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for L2182, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 58 | 31 | $103.31 | $81.67 |
| 2023 | 46 | 30 | $109.26 | $85.66 |
| 2024 | 31 | 16 | $120.38 | $94.38 |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| DME suppliers | 2 | Code Descriptor / CPT Instruction |
| outpatient hospital claims | 2 | Code Descriptor / CPT Instruction |
What changed for L2182
- 2026-01-01: Average state fee rose 2.0%: $118.52 to $120.89
- 1988-01-01: L2182 added to HCPCS Level II
- Next scheduled CMS quarterly update (HCPCS and DMEPOS fee schedule): 2027-01-01
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code L2182?
L2182 is the HCPCS Level II code for addition to lower extremity fracture orthosis, drop lock knee joint. Short descriptor: "Drop lock knee".
How much does Medicare pay for L2182?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule, non-rural state fees are base (base fee): $47.61–$140.43. Rural fees can be higher.
Does Medicare cover L2182?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Did the Medicare fee for L2182 change in 2026?
The average non-rural state fee moved from $118.52 in 2025 to $120.89 in 2026 (+2.0%). CMS's next quarterly HCPCS and DMEPOS update takes effect January 1, 2027.
How many units of L2182 can be billed per day?
2 on DME suppliers; 2 on outpatient hospital claims (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
Related L21 codes
- L2106 — Ankle foot orthosis, fracture orthosis, tibial fracture cast orthosis, thermoplastic type casting material, custom fabricated ($781.31–$1,468.06)
- L2108 — Ankle foot orthosis, fracture orthosis, tibial fracture cast orthosis, custom fabricated ($999.36–$1,659.98)
- L2112 — Ankle foot orthosis, fracture orthosis, tibial fracture orthosis, soft, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment ($536.14–$708.38)
- L2114 — Ankle foot orthosis, fracture orthosis, tibial fracture orthosis, semi-rigid, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment ($666.99–$1,125.78)
- L2116 — Ankle foot orthosis, fracture orthosis, tibial fracture orthosis, rigid, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment ($818.05–$1,402.58)
- L2126 — Knee ankle foot orthosis, fracture orthosis, femoral fracture cast orthosis, thermoplastic type casting material, custom fabricated ($1,376.03–$1,834.71)
- L2128 — Knee ankle foot orthosis, fracture orthosis, femoral fracture cast orthosis, custom fabricated ($1,808.36–$2,786.22)
- L2132 — Kafo, fracture orthosis, femoral fracture cast orthosis, soft, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment ($926.98–$1,427.66)
- L2134 — Kafo, fracture orthosis, femoral fracture cast orthosis, semi-rigid, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment ($1,111.41–$1,713.20)
- L2136 — Kafo, fracture orthosis, femoral fracture cast orthosis, rigid, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment ($1,358.95–$2,855.32)
- L2180 — Addition to lower extremity fracture orthosis, plastic shoe insert with ankle joints ($95.20–$220.62)
- L2184 — Addition to lower extremity fracture orthosis, limited motion knee joint ($66.65–$189.80)
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2025; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026; CMS NCCI MUE tables; CMS Medicare utilization (physician and DME supplier files); CMS Medicare Coverage Database articles. Fees are Medicare allowables, not commercial rates. Not billing or legal advice.