HCPCS Level II · Orthotic and prosthetic procedures and devices
L8696Antenna (external) for use with implantable diaphragmatic/phrenic nerve stimulation device, replacement, each
Terminated 09/30/2026
Source: CMS HCPCS quarterly update, October 2026. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About L8696
L8696 is an HCPCS Level II code in the L series (orthotic and prosthetic procedures and devices), describing antenna (external) for use with implantable diaphragmatic/phrenic nerve stimulation device, replacement, each.
It was added to HCPCS effective 01/01/2015, and its current record took effect 10/01/2026.
It was terminated on 09/30/2026 and can't be billed for later dates of service.
Its Medicare coverage code is "D", meaning special Medicare coverage instructions apply.
Details
- Short description
- Ext antenna phren nerve stim
- Date added
- 01/01/2015
- Action effective
- 10/01/2026
- Termination date
- 09/30/2026
- BETOS
- D1F
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Common questions about L8696
Is HCPCS L8696 still valid?
- No. L8696 was terminated on 09/30/2026.
Does Medicare cover L8696?
- Its coverage code is "D": special Medicare coverage instructions apply. Check the local coverage determination for your region.