G82.20: Paraplegia, unspecified
G82.20, paraplegia, unspecified, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 4 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 63 HCPCS Level II codes, including E0783 (Infusion pump system, implantable, programmable (includes…), E0786 (Implantable programmable infusion pump, replacement…), E0782 (Infusion pump, implantable, non-programmable (includes all…). 51 of these codes have a 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule amount; E0783 pays $9,917.33 to $11,667.45 (NU) depending on the state. The articles come from 3 Medicare contractors. A listed diagnosis supports medical necessity only; coverage still depends on the LCD's criteria and on documentation in the medical record.
HCPCS Level II codes with G82.20 as a covered diagnosis
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee 2026 (state range) | Articles listing it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E0783 | Infusion pump system, implantable, programmable (includes all components, e.g., pump, catheter, connectors, etc.) | Special coverage instructions apply | $9,917.33–$11,667.45 (NU) | 1 |
| E0786 | Implantable programmable infusion pump, replacement (excludes implantable intraspinal catheter) | Special coverage instructions apply | $10,969.75–$11,380.88 (NU) | 1 |
| E0782 | Infusion pump, implantable, non-programmable (includes all components, e.g., pump, catheter, connectors, etc.) | Special coverage instructions apply | $5,200.92–$6,118.73 (NU) | 1 |
| E0785 | Implantable intraspinal (epidural/intrathecal) catheter used with implantable infusion pump, replacement | Special coverage instructions apply | $572.38–$673.39 (KF) | 1 |
| J7999 | Compounded drug, not otherwise classified | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| J2278 | Injection, ziconotide, 1 microgram | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| J2274 | Injection, morphine sulfate, preservative-free for epidural or intrathecal use, 10 mg | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| A4220 | Refill kit for implantable infusion pump | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| J9200 | Injection, floxuridine, 500 mg | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| L1844 | Knee orthosis, single upright, thigh and calf, with adjustable flexion and extension joint (unicentric or polycentric), medial-lateral and rotation control, with or without varus/valgus adjustment, custom fabricated | Carrier judgment | $1,865.51–$2,436.24 | 1 |
| L1860 | Knee orthosis, modification of supracondylar prosthetic socket, custom fabricated (sk) | Carrier judgment | $1,233.07–$1,985.94 | 1 |
| L1846 | Knee orthosis, double upright, thigh and calf, with adjustable flexion and extension joint (unicentric or polycentric), medial-lateral and rotation control, with or without varus/valgus adjustment, custom fabricated | Carrier judgment | $1,283.72–$1,960.17 | 1 |
| L1834 | Knee orthosis, without knee joint, rigid, custom fabricated | Carrier judgment | $892.02–$1,808.36 | 1 |
| L1832 | Knee orthosis, adjustable knee joints (unicentric or polycentric), positional orthosis, rigid support, prefabricated item that has been trimmed, bent, molded, assembled, or otherwise customized to fit a specific patient by an individual with expertise | Carrier judgment | $698.63–$1,618.03 | 1 |
| L1840 | Knee orthosis, derotation, medial-lateral, anterior cruciate ligament, custom fabricated | Carrier judgment | $1,056.60–$1,606.15 | 1 |
| L1843 | Knee orthosis, single upright, thigh and calf, with adjustable flexion and extension joint (unicentric or polycentric), medial-lateral and rotation control, with or without varus/valgus adjustment, prefabricated item that has been trimmed, bent, molded, assembled, or otherwise customized to fit a specific patient by an individual with expertise | Carrier judgment | $1,076.26–$1,183.90 | 1 |
| L1845 | Knee orthosis, double upright, thigh and calf, with adjustable flexion and extension joint (unicentric or polycentric), medial-lateral and rotation control, with or without varus/valgus adjustment, prefabricated item that has been trimmed, bent, molded, assembled, or otherwise customized to fit a specific patient by an individual with expertise | Carrier judgment | $939.24–$1,180.51 | 1 |
| L1833 | Knee orthosis, adjustable knee joints (unicentric or polycentric), positional orthosis, rigid support, prefabricated, off-the shelf | Carrier judgment | $455.16–$1,087.16 | 1 |
| L1851 | Knee orthosis (ko), single upright, thigh and calf, with adjustable flexion and extension joint (unicentric or polycentric), medial-lateral and rotation control, with or without varus/valgus adjustment, prefabricated, off-the-shelf | Carrier judgment | $600.78–$959.09 | 1 |
| L1852 | Knee orthosis (ko), double upright, thigh and calf, with adjustable flexion and extension joint (unicentric or polycentric), medial-lateral and rotation control, with or without varus/valgus adjustment, prefabricated, off-the-shelf | Carrier judgment | $573.13–$940.49 | 1 |
| L2330 | Addition to lower extremity, lacer molded to patient model, for custom fabricated orthosis only | Carrier judgment | $429.42–$904.14 | 1 |
| L1847 | Knee orthosis, double upright with adjustable joint, with inflatable air support chamber(s), prefabricated item that has been trimmed, bent, molded, assembled, or otherwise customized to fit a specific patient by an individual with expertise | Carrier judgment | $689.92–$827.89 | 1 |
| L1848 | Knee orthosis, double upright with adjustable joint, with inflatable air support chamber(s), prefabricated, off-the-shelf | Carrier judgment | $689.92–$827.89 | 1 |
| L1850 | Knee orthosis, swedish type, prefabricated, off-the-shelf | Carrier judgment | $205.78–$408.53 | 1 |
| L2820 | Addition to lower extremity orthosis, soft interface for molded plastic, below knee section | Carrier judgment | $99.79–$399.72 | 1 |
38 more codes are listed. See every code with payment by region in Caduvo.
Medicare policy articles listing G82.20
- A57668: Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34594, L34859, L35048, L35081
- A56619: Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34594, L34859, L35048, L35081
- A56695: Billing and Coding: Implantable Infusion Pump (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part B); 9 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33461
- A52465: Knee Orthoses - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC); 53 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33318
A diagnosis listed as covered in a billing and coding article supports medical necessity for the article's codes; it does not guarantee payment. Coverage depends on the LCD's criteria, the contractor's jurisdiction and documentation in the medical record.
Other G82 diagnoses (Paraplegia (paraparesis) and quadriplegia (quadriparesis))
- G82.21 — Paraplegia, complete
- G82.22 — Paraplegia, incomplete
- G82.50 — Quadriplegia, unspecified
- G82.51 — Quadriplegia, C1-C4 complete
- G82.52 — Quadriplegia, C1-C4 incomplete
- G82.53 — Quadriplegia, C5-C7 complete
- G82.54 — Quadriplegia, C5-C7 incomplete
Frequently asked questions
Does Medicare cover G82.20 (Paraplegia, unspecified)?
Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 4 Medicare billing and coding articles list G82.20 as a covered diagnosis for 63 HCPCS Level II codes: the diagnosis can support medical necessity for those codes, but payment still depends on the LCD's coverage criteria and the medical record.
Which HCPCS codes can be billed with ICD-10 G82.20?
The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are E0783 (Infusion pump system, implantable, programmable (includes…, 1 article); E0786 (Implantable programmable infusion pump, replacement…, 1 article); E0782 (Infusion pump, implantable, non-programmable (includes all…, 1 article); E0785 (Implantable intraspinal (epidural/intrathecal) catheter…, 1 article); J7999 (Compounded drug, not otherwise classified, 1 article). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.
What does Medicare pay for equipment billed with G82.20?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule (non-rural state fees): E0783 $9,917.33 to $11,667.45 (NU); E0786 $10,969.75 to $11,380.88 (NU); E0782 $5,200.92 to $6,118.73 (NU); E0785 $572.38 to $673.39 (KF). Medicare pays 80% of the allowed amount after the Part B deductible.
Which Medicare policy articles list G82.20?
A57668 (Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography); A56619 (Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography); A56695 (Billing and Coding: Implantable Infusion Pump), and 1 more article.
What is ICD-10-CM code G82.20?
G82.20 is the ICD-10-CM code for paraplegia, unspecified, in category G82 (Paraplegia (paraparesis) and quadriplegia (quadriparesis)), chapter 6: Diseases of the nervous system.
Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under E0783
- Watch E0783 for fee, coverage and descriptor changes
- Build a full Medicare revenue model for E0783
Sources: CMS Medicare Coverage Database billing and coding articles (covered ICD-10 code lists and HCPCS links); ICD-10-CM FY2026; CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026 (non-rural state fees). Not billing or legal advice.
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