L8015 HCPCS code: External breast prosthesis garment, with mastectomy form, post mastectomy
L8015 is the HCPCS Level II code for external breast prosthesis garment, with mastectomy form, post mastectomy. The 2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule pays $72.05 to $86.41 depending on the state. Its Medicare coverage code is D (Special coverage instructions apply): Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met. The NCCI unit limit is 4 per day on DME suppliers. In 2024, 339 suppliers billed Medicare for L8015 (purchases), serving 3,744 beneficiaries; Virginia, Arkansas, Georgia accounted for 37% of services. Its average fee ranks 3 of 17 L80 codes (family range $48.09–$5,112.29).
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | L codes — Orthotic and prosthetic procedures and devices |
| Coverage code | D — Special coverage instructions apply |
| Pricing indicator | 38 — DMEPOS: orthotics, prosthetics, prosthetic devices and vision services |
| BETOS category | D1F — Prosthetic and orthotic devices |
| Added | 1999-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 1999-01-01 |
2026 Medicare DMEPOS fee schedule for L8015
| Modifier | Meaning | Lowest state fee | Highest state fee | Ceiling | Floor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | base fee | $72.05 | $86.41 | $88.12 | $66.09 |
| State | Modifier | Fee | Rural fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK | — | $72.05 | — |
| AL | — | $74.19 | — |
| AR | — | $74.19 | — |
| AZ | — | $72.05 | — |
| CA | — | $72.05 | — |
| CO | — | $74.64 | — |
| CT | — | $72.05 | — |
| DC | — | $72.05 | — |
| DE | — | $72.05 | — |
| FL | — | $74.19 | — |
| GA | — | $74.19 | — |
| HI | — | $72.05 | — |
| IA | — | $73.43 | — |
| ID | — | $74.83 | — |
| IL | — | $73.81 | — |
| IN | — | $73.81 | — |
| KS | — | $73.43 | — |
| KY | — | $74.19 | — |
| LA | — | $74.19 | — |
| MA | — | $72.05 | — |
| MD | — | $72.05 | — |
| ME | — | $72.05 | — |
| MI | — | $73.81 | — |
| MN | — | $73.81 | — |
| MO | — | $73.43 | — |
| MS | — | $74.19 | — |
| MT | — | $74.64 | — |
| NC | — | $74.19 | — |
| ND | — | $74.64 | — |
| NE | — | $73.43 | — |
| NH | — | $72.05 | — |
| NJ | — | $72.05 | — |
| NM | — | $74.19 | — |
| NV | — | $72.05 | — |
| NY | — | $72.05 | — |
| OH | — | $73.81 | — |
| OK | — | $74.19 | — |
| OR | — | $74.83 | — |
| PA | — | $72.05 | — |
| PR | — | $79.23 | — |
| RI | — | $72.05 | — |
| SC | — | $74.19 | — |
| SD | — | $74.64 | — |
| TN | — | $74.19 | — |
| TX | — | $74.19 | — |
| UT | — | $74.64 | — |
| VA | — | $72.05 | — |
| VI | — | $86.41 | — |
| VT | — | $72.05 | — |
| WA | — | $74.83 | — |
| WI | — | $73.81 | — |
| WV | — | $72.05 | — |
| WY | — | $74.64 | — |
How the L8015 fee compares
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rank among 17 L80 codes (lowest = 1) | 3 |
| Family fee range (average of state fees) | $48.09–$5,112.29 |
| Rural fee uplift | — |
Who bills L8015 (2024)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Suppliers billing rentals | — |
| Suppliers billing purchases | 339 |
| Referring clinicians | 1,801 |
| Medicare beneficiaries | 3,744 |
| States with claims | 37 |
| Share of services in top 3 states (Virginia, Arkansas, Georgia) | 37% |
| Year | Suppliers | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 415 | 3,913 |
| 2023 | 407 | 4,187 |
| 2024 | 339 | 3,744 |
Counts only. Supplier and clinician names, contact lists and state-by-state detail are in Caduvo.
Medicare utilization for L8015, 2022–2024
| Year | Services | Beneficiaries | Avg. allowed | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 7,803 | 3,913 | $62.21 | $48.18 |
| 2023 | 8,538 | 4,187 | $67.12 | $51.66 |
| 2024 | 7,732 | 3,744 | $69.36 | $53.25 |
States with the most L8015 services (2024)
| State | Services | Avg. paid |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1,174 | $51.86 |
| Arkansas | 887 | $54.03 |
| Georgia | 800 | $55.30 |
| North Carolina | 772 | $54.83 |
| Tennessee | 552 | $53.61 |
NCCI unit limits (MUE)
| Claim type | Max units per day | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| DME suppliers | 4 | Clinical: Data |
| outpatient hospital claims | 4 | Clinical: Data |
Medicare policy articles for this code
- A52478: External Breast Prostheses - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC)) — mentions this code in its coding guidance
Covered diagnoses (49 ICD-10-CM codes)
The diagnoses most often listed as covered in the policy articles above:
| ICD-10-CM | Diagnosis | Articles listing it |
|---|---|---|
| C50.011 | Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, right female breast | 1 |
| C50.012 | Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, left female breast | 1 |
| C50.019 | Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, unspecified female breast | 1 |
| C50.111 | Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast | 1 |
| C50.112 | Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast | 1 |
| C50.119 | Malignant neoplasm of central portion of unspecified female breast | 1 |
| C50.211 | Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast | 1 |
| C50.212 | Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast | 1 |
| C50.219 | Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of unspecified female breast | 1 |
| C50.311 | Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of right female breast | 1 |
Showing 10 of 49. The full list, non-covered diagnoses and CSV export are in Caduvo.
What changed for L8015
- 2026-01-01: Average state fee rose 2.0%: $72.29 to $73.74
- 1999-01-01: L8015 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 L8015?
L8015 is the HCPCS Level II code for external breast prosthesis garment, with mastectomy form, post mastectomy. Short descriptor: "Ext breastprosthesis garment".
How much does Medicare pay for L8015?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule, non-rural state fees are base (base fee): $72.05–$86.41. Rural fees can be higher.
Does Medicare cover L8015?
Coverage code D — Special coverage instructions apply. Medicare covers it when its national or local coverage criteria are met.
Which diagnoses support coverage for L8015?
Medicare policy articles that cite L8015 list 49 covered ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes across 1 article. The most cited include C50.011 (Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, right female breast), C50.012 (Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, left female breast), C50.019 (Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, unspecified female breast). A listed diagnosis is necessary but not sufficient; the policy's other criteria still apply.
Did the Medicare fee for L8015 change in 2026?
The average non-rural state fee moved from $72.29 in 2025 to $73.74 in 2026 (+2.0%). CMS's next quarterly HCPCS and DMEPOS update takes effect January 1, 2027.
How many units of L8015 can be billed per day?
4 on DME suppliers; 4 on outpatient hospital claims (NCCI medically unlikely edits).
Related L80 codes
- L8000 — Breast prosthesis, mastectomy bra, without integrated breast prosthesis form, any size, any type ($44.70–$78.16)
- L8001 — Breast prosthesis, mastectomy bra, with integrated breast prosthesis form, unilateral, any size, any type ($150.77–$165.83)
- L8002 — Breast prosthesis, mastectomy bra, with integrated breast prosthesis form, bilateral, any size, any type ($198.27–$218.12)
- L8010 — Breast prosthesis, mastectomy sleeve
- L8020 — Breast prosthesis, mastectomy form ($245.60–$366.25)
- L8030 — Breast prosthesis, silicone or equal, without integral adhesive ($386.23–$514.97)
- L8031 — Breast prosthesis, silicone or equal, with integral adhesive ($386.23–$514.97)
- L8032 — Nipple prosthesis, prefabricated, reusable, any type, each ($47.08–$51.79)
- L8033 — Nipple prosthesis, custom fabricated, reusable, any material, any type, each
- L8035 — Custom breast prosthesis, post mastectomy, molded to patient model ($4,403.11–$5,283.69)
- L8039 — Breast prosthesis, not otherwise specified
- L8040 — Nasal prosthesis, provided by a non-physician ($1,125.03–$3,577.33)
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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.