If you have a recurring problem with instability in your ankles, your doctor may prescribe you an ankle brace for support. L1902 is a likely medical billing code your doctor would prescribe. Ankle sprains are rated high in popularity among sports injuries. An L1902 ankle brace can also be used in the treatment in sports injuries and recovery. The medical billing code L1902 is used to identify what kind of treatment the patient is getting. All medical billing codes have prerequisites that orthosis must meet in order to qualify for specific codes. (see prerequisites for the L1902 below)
The medical billing code L1902 is a ankle orthosis. These type of braces must be a gauntlet or similar style. Historically, a gauntlet is a knights armored glove, the important part of this glove covered the wrist. The gauntlet style of an L1902 should cover and protect the ankle, reaching from mid-foot to well over the ankle.
According to the L1902 regulations, ankle orthosis of this nature may have joints. However, joints are not required, and do not effect the billing code whether or not they are included. These braces are prefabricated, and are considered an "off-the-shelf" product. This means the ankle braces are not custom made, nor are they to be modified to fit one specific patient.
If you have chronic problems with ankle stability, you should schedule a visit with your doctor. Serious injuries such as twisted, or sprained ankles should be treated immediately. Untreated conditions may worsen, possibly causing permanent damage.