L2760 HCPCS code: Addition to lower extremity orthosis, extension, per extension, per bar (for lineal adjustment for growth)
L2760 is the HCPCS Level II code for addition to lower extremity orthosis, extension, per extension, per bar (for lineal adjustment for growth). The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $50.24 to $158.45 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 4 per day on DME suppliers. Medicare volume fell 15% from 2022 to 2024 (60 to 51 services). In 2024, 19 suppliers billed Medicare for L2760 (purchases), serving 28 beneficiaries. Its average fee ranks 2 of 7 L27 codes (family range $41.54–$160.04).
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 | 1986-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 1996-01-01 |
2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule for L2760
| Modifier | Meaning | Lowest state fee | Highest state fee | Ceiling | Floor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | base fee | $50.24 | $158.45 | $93.09 | $69.82 |
| State | Modifier | Fee | Rural fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK | — | $148.20 | — |
| AL | — | $69.82 | — |
| AR | — | $93.09 | — |
| AZ | — | $93.09 | — |
| CA | — | $93.09 | — |
| CO | — | $93.09 | — |
| CT | — | $69.82 | — |
| DC | — | $69.82 | — |
| DE | — | $69.82 | — |
| FL | — | $69.82 | — |
| GA | — | $69.82 | — |
| HI | — | $158.45 | — |
| IA | — | $69.82 | — |
| ID | — | $71.32 | — |
| IL | — | $69.82 | — |
| IN | — | $69.82 | — |
| KS | — | $69.82 | — |
| KY | — | $69.82 | — |
| LA | — | $93.09 | — |
| MA | — | $69.82 | — |
| MD | — | $69.82 | — |
| ME | — | $69.82 | — |
| MI | — | $69.82 | — |
| MN | — | $69.82 | — |
| MO | — | $69.82 | — |
| MS | — | $69.82 | — |
| MT | — | $93.09 | — |
| NC | — | $69.82 | — |
| ND | — | $93.09 | — |
| NE | — | $69.82 | — |
| NH | — | $69.82 | — |
| NJ | — | $85.87 | — |
| NM | — | $93.09 | — |
| NV | — | $93.09 | — |
| NY | — | $85.87 | — |
| OH | — | $69.82 | — |
| OK | — | $93.09 | — |
| OR | — | $71.32 | — |
| PA | — | $69.82 | — |
| PR | — | $50.24 | — |
| RI | — | $69.82 | — |
| SC | — | $69.82 | — |
| SD | — | $93.09 | — |
| TN | — | $69.82 | — |
| TX | — | $93.09 | — |
| UT | — | $93.09 | — |
| VA | — | $69.82 | — |
| VI | — | $85.87 | — |
| VT | — | $69.82 | — |
| WA | — | $71.32 | — |
| WI | — | $69.82 | — |
| WV | — | $69.82 | — |
| WY | — | $93.09 | — |
How the L2760 fee compares
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rank among 7 L27 codes (lowest = 1) | 2 |
| Family fee range (average of state fees) | $41.54–$160.04 |
| Rural fee uplift | — |
Who bills L2760 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Suppliers billing rentals | — |
| Suppliers billing purchases | 19 |
| Referring clinicians | 28 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 28 |
| States with claims | 1 |
| Year | Suppliers | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 21 | 23 |
| 2023 | 30 | 32 |
| 2024 | 19 | 28 |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for L2760, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 60 | 23 | $66.99 | $52.74 |
| 2023 | 67 | 32 | $73.00 | $57.24 |
| 2024 | 51 | 28 | $69.11 | $54.19 |
States with the most L2760 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 14 | $52.23 |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| DME suppliers | 4 | Nature of Equipment |
| outpatient hospital claims | 4 | Nature of Equipment |
What changed for L2760
- 2026-01-01: Average state fee rose 2.0%: $78.18 to $79.74
- 1986-01-01: L2760 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 L2760?
L2760 is the HCPCS Level II code for addition to lower extremity orthosis, extension, per extension, per bar (for lineal adjustment for growth). Short descriptor: "Extension per extension per".
How much does Medicare pay for L2760?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule, non-rural state fees are base (base fee): $50.24–$158.45. Rural fees can be higher.
Does Medicare cover L2760?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Did the Medicare fee for L2760 change in 2026?
The average non-rural state fee moved from $78.18 in 2025 to $79.74 in 2026 (+2.0%). CMS's next quarterly HCPCS and DMEPOS update takes effect January 1, 2027.
How many units of L2760 can be billed per day?
4 on DME suppliers; 4 on outpatient hospital claims (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
Related L27 codes
- L2750 — Addition to lower extremity orthosis, plating chrome or nickel, per bar ($40.94–$128.06)
- L2755 — Addition to lower extremity orthosis, high strength, lightweight material, all hybrid lamination/prepreg composite, per segment, for custom fabricated orthosis only ($156.68–$172.42)
- L2768 — Orthotic side bar disconnect device, per bar ($156.26–$171.87)
- L2780 — Addition to lower extremity orthosis, non-corrosive finish, per bar ($40.94–$124.00)
- L2785 — Addition to lower extremity orthosis, drop lock retainer, each ($36.42–$72.99)
- L2795 — Addition to lower extremity orthosis, knee control, full kneecap ($68.71–$175.32)
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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.