HCPCS Level II · Orthotic and prosthetic procedures and devices
L8681Patient programmer (external) for use with implantable programmable neurostimulator pulse generator, replacement only
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Source: CMS HCPCS quarterly update, October 2026. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About L8681
L8681 is an HCPCS Level II code in the L series (orthotic and prosthetic procedures and devices), describing patient programmer (external) for use with implantable programmable neurostimulator pulse generator, replacement only.
It was added to HCPCS effective 01/01/2006, and its current record took effect 01/01/2009.
Its Medicare coverage code is "D", meaning special Medicare coverage instructions apply.
Details
- Short description
- Pt prgrm for implt neurostim
- Date added
- 01/01/2006
- Action effective
- 01/01/2009
- BETOS
- D1F
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Common questions about L8681
Is HCPCS L8681 still valid?
- Yes. L8681 is active in the CMS October 2026 HCPCS file.
Does Medicare cover L8681?
- Its coverage code is "D": special Medicare coverage instructions apply. Check the local coverage determination for your region.