HCPCS Level II · Orthotic and prosthetic procedures and devices
L0978Axillary crutch extension
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Source: CMS HCPCS quarterly update, October 2026. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About L0978
L0978 is an HCPCS Level II code in the L series (orthotic and prosthetic procedures and devices), describing axillary crutch extension.
It was added to HCPCS effective 01/01/1982, and its current record took effect 01/01/1996.
Its Medicare coverage code is "C", meaning coverage is left to the Medicare contractor's judgment.
Details
- Short description
- Axillary crutch extension
- Date added
- 01/01/1982
- Action effective
- 01/01/1996
- BETOS
- D1F
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Common questions about L0978
Is HCPCS L0978 still valid?
- Yes. L0978 is active in the CMS October 2026 HCPCS file.
Does Medicare cover L0978?
- Its coverage code is "C": coverage is left to the Medicare contractor's judgment. Check the local coverage determination for your region.