HCPCS Level II · Orthotic and prosthetic procedures and devices
L8617Transmitting coil for use with cochlear implant device, replacement
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Source: CMS HCPCS quarterly update, October 2026. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About L8617
L8617 is an HCPCS Level II code in the L series (orthotic and prosthetic procedures and devices), describing transmitting coil for use with cochlear implant device, replacement.
It was added to HCPCS effective 01/01/2005.
Its Medicare coverage code is "D", meaning special Medicare coverage instructions apply.
Details
- Short description
- Coch implant trans coil repl
- Date added
- 01/01/2005
- Action effective
- 01/01/2005
- BETOS
- D1F
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Common questions about L8617
Is HCPCS L8617 still valid?
- Yes. L8617 is active in the CMS October 2026 HCPCS file.
Does Medicare cover L8617?
- Its coverage code is "D": special Medicare coverage instructions apply. Check the local coverage determination for your region.