HCPCS Code L3960: Shoulder–Elbow–Wrist–Hand Orthosis (SEWHO)

Bill L3960 confidently. Learn documentation, modifiers, and coding tips for the airplane abduction SEWHO to keep claims clean.

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Frequently asked questions

Use L3960 when the device is the airplane-style shoulder orthosis and is prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment, and matches a PDAC-verified listing. Use L3999 only when no existing L-code accurately describes the item and you provide full documentation and a product description for payer review.

Yes. L3960 requires a PDAC-verified product that appears under the code. Billing a non-verified device risks recoding or denial because reviewers cannot confirm the match between the device configuration and the code description.

Indications include protection after rotator cuff repair, stabilization after shoulder fracture or dislocation, brachial plexus injury, contracture prevention in neurologic recovery, and painful degenerative disease that benefits from controlled abduction. The device can immobilize harmful motion, maintain safe contact points, and support the arm while healing progresses.