2025 HCPCS code L0637
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Revision Date: N/A Orthotic Procedures and Services - Lumbar-sacral Orthotics Lumbar-sacral Orthotics L0628-L0640 Feed
Lumbar-sacral orthosis (LSO) with sagittal-coronal control, rigid frame, and intracavitary pressure.
Must be justified by the patient's condition and the need for the specific type of support and restriction offered by the L0637.
Provides compression and support to the lower back, limiting excessive movement and reducing pressure on the intervertebral discs. Commonly used for conditions such as chronic back pain, fractures, and post-operative stabilization.
In simple words: A back brace that supports the lower back from the tailbone to mid-back.It's rigid and helps limit motion, reducing pressure on the spinal discs. It has straps and closures and can be adjusted to fit the patient.
Lumbar-sacral orthosis (LSO), sagittal-coronal control, with rigid anterior and posterior frame/panels, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to T-9 vertebra, lateral strength provided by rigid lateral frame/panels, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated item that has been trimmed, bent, molded, assembled, or otherwise customized to fit a specific patient by an individual with expertise.
Example 1: A patient with a recent compression fracture of the lumbar spine requires an L0637 to stabilize the area and reduce pain., Following lumbar surgery, a patient is fitted with an L0637 to restrict movement during the healing process., A patient with chronic lower back pain and instability is prescribed an L0637 for support and pain relief.
Diagnosis, medical necessity for the orthosis, and any customization/fitting details.
- Specialties:Orthopedics, physiatry, pain management
- Place of Service:Office, Outpatient Hospital, Inpatient Hospital