L6880 HCPCS code: Electric hand, switch or myoelectric controlled, independently articulating digits, any grasp pattern or combination of grasp patterns, includes motor(s)
L6880 is the HCPCS Level II code for electric hand, switch or myoelectric controlled, independently articulating digits, any grasp pattern or combination of grasp patterns, includes motor(s). The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $28,715.00 to $31,586.51 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 rose 23% from 2022 to 2024 (115 to 142 services). In 2024, 108 suppliers billed Medicare for L6880 (purchases), serving 124 beneficiaries. Its average fee ranks 10 of 10 L68 codes (family range $247.58–$29,280.42).
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 | 2012-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2012-01-01 |
2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule for L6880
| Modifier | Meaning | Lowest state fee | Highest state fee | Ceiling | Floor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | base fee | $28,715.00 | $31,586.51 | $35,051.25 | $26,288.44 |
| State | Modifier | Fee | Rural fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| AL | — | $29,579.67 | — |
| AR | — | $29,576.84 | — |
| AZ | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| CA | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| CO | — | $29,802.29 | — |
| CT | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| DC | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| DE | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| FL | — | $29,579.67 | — |
| GA | — | $29,579.67 | — |
| HI | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| IA | — | $29,275.70 | — |
| ID | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| IL | — | $29,420.21 | — |
| IN | — | $29,420.21 | — |
| KS | — | $29,275.70 | — |
| KY | — | $29,579.67 | — |
| LA | — | $29,576.84 | — |
| MA | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| MD | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| ME | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| MI | — | $29,420.21 | — |
| MN | — | $29,420.21 | — |
| MO | — | $29,275.70 | — |
| MS | — | $29,579.67 | — |
| MT | — | $29,802.29 | — |
| NC | — | $29,579.67 | — |
| ND | — | $29,802.29 | — |
| NE | — | $29,275.70 | — |
| NH | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| NJ | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| NM | — | $29,576.84 | — |
| NV | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| NY | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| OH | — | $29,420.21 | — |
| OK | — | $29,576.84 | — |
| OR | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| PA | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| PR | — | $31,586.51 | — |
| RI | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| SC | — | $29,579.67 | — |
| SD | — | $29,802.29 | — |
| TN | — | $29,579.67 | — |
| TX | — | $29,576.84 | — |
| UT | — | $29,802.29 | — |
| VA | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| VI | — | $31,586.51 | — |
| VT | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| WA | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| WI | — | $29,420.21 | — |
| WV | — | $28,715.00 | — |
| WY | — | $29,802.29 | — |
How the L6880 fee compares
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rank among 10 L68 codes (lowest = 1) | 10 |
| Family fee range (average of state fees) | $247.58–$29,280.42 |
| Rural fee uplift | — |
Who bills L6880 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Suppliers billing rentals | — |
| Suppliers billing purchases | 108 |
| Referring clinicians | 116 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 124 |
| States with claims | 3 |
| Year | Suppliers | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 87 | 103 |
| 2023 | 132 | 156 |
| 2024 | 108 | 124 |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for L6880, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 115 | 103 | $24,838.02 | $19,416.14 |
| 2023 | 167 | 156 | $27,240.56 | $21,354.29 |
| 2024 | 142 | 124 | $27,884.59 | $21,733.88 |
States with the most L6880 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 20 | $22,198.61 |
| California | 19 | $21,530.51 |
| Florida | 19 | $22,280.49 |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| DME suppliers | 2 | Anatomic Consideration |
| outpatient hospital claims | 2 | Anatomic Consideration |
What changed for L6880
- 2026-01-01: Average state fee rose 2.0%: $28,706.30 to $29,280.42
- 2012-01-01: L6880 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 L6880?
L6880 is the HCPCS Level II code for electric hand, switch or myoelectric controlled, independently articulating digits, any grasp pattern or combination of grasp patterns, includes motor(s). Short descriptor: "Elec hand ind art digits".
How much does Medicare pay for L6880?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule, non-rural state fees are base (base fee): $28,715.00–$31,586.51. Rural fees can be higher.
Does Medicare cover L6880?
Coverage code C — Carrier judgment. Coverage is decided by the Medicare contractor (MAC) case by case.
Did the Medicare fee for L6880 change in 2026?
The average non-rural state fee moved from $28,706.30 in 2025 to $29,280.42 in 2026 (+2.0%). CMS's next quarterly HCPCS and DMEPOS update takes effect January 1, 2027.
How many units of L6880 can be billed per day?
2 on DME suppliers; 2 on outpatient hospital claims (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
Related L68 codes
- L6805 — Addition to terminal device, modifier wrist unit ($296.48–$554.72)
- L6810 — Addition to terminal device, precision pinch device ($228.36–$304.48)
- L6881 — Automatic grasp feature, addition to upper limb electric prosthetic terminal device ($4,913.43–$5,404.74)
- L6882 — Microprocessor control feature, addition to upper limb prosthetic terminal device ($3,727.07–$4,099.81)
- L6883 — Replacement socket, below elbow/wrist disarticulation, molded to patient model, for use with or without external power ($1,338.29–$2,590.31)
- L6884 — Replacement socket, above elbow/elbow disarticulation, molded to patient model, for use with or without external power ($1,429.03–$4,669.01)
- L6885 — Replacement socket, shoulder disarticulation/interscapular thoracic, molded to patient model, for use with or without external power ($1,533.73–$7,462.35)
- L6890 — Addition to upper extremity prosthesis, glove for terminal device, any material, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment ($208.23–$856.60)
- L6895 — Addition to upper extremity prosthesis, glove for terminal device, any material, custom fabricated ($327.22–$911.47)
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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.