When you have a twisted or swollen ankle, the discomfort can last a long time if you don't treat it right. When you go to get it treated the doctor, or nurse practitioner may write you a prescription for an ankle splint with the L4350 medical billing code. Medical billing codes, such as L4350, are used so the medical insurance companies know what kind of treatment the patient is receiving. Theses medical billing codes have regulations that must be met and approved by third party. The regulations for L4350 ankle orthosis are indicated below.
The L4350 is used to identify ankle control orthosis, which have a stirrup style design. It is important that these splints are rigid so the ankle cannot move freely, this helps minimize the time it takes for the ankle to heal. The inside of L4350 ankle orthosis must also have some type of padding that is can conform to the body, such as a pocket of air or gel.
L4350 ankle control orthosis come "ready-made" and have an "off-the-shelf" status, this means that the brace is not to be customized for any specific patient. If your ankle is in excruciating, you should go seek medical attention. It doesn't take long for little problems to escalate into major issues, if not treated properly.