# L4396: Orthotics (braces and supports)

- **HCPCS code:** L4396
- **CMS description:** Static or dynamic ankle foot orthosis, including soft interface material, adjustable for fit, for positioning, may be used for minimal ambulation, prefabricated item that has been trimmed, bent, molded, assembled, or otherwise customized to fit a specific patient by an individual with expertise

## Service Type Codes to Send

1. [DM Durable Medical Equipment](https://www.verifytx.com/stc-lookup/service-types/DM/)
2. [75 Prosthetic Device](https://www.verifytx.com/stc-lookup/service-types/75/)

**Why these codes:** 5010 has no orthotics code; payers answer braces under DME, some under prosthetic devices.

**Sources:** CMS HCPCS Level II descriptor; X12 HIPAA 5010 service type code definitions; VerifyTX billing practice

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Canonical: https://www.verifytx.com/stc-lookup/procedure-codes/L4396/