Bilateral Hip Abduction Orthosis, Custom-Fitted — HCPCS L1681

Bilateral Hip Abduction Orthosis, Custom-Fitted — Hip Positioning Brace | HCPCS L1681

This prefabricated, custom-fitted bilateral hip abduction orthosis provides controlled positioning of both hips, holding the legs in a prescribed abducted angle to protect and stabilize the hip joints. Designed for patients requiring post-operative hip stabilization or therapeutic abduction positioning, the brace prevents the adduction and rotation movements that risk dislocation or disrupt healing.

Unlike standard off-the-shelf devices, this orthosis is custom-fitted by a trained professional at the time of delivery — adjusted to the patient’s anatomy and the physician’s prescribed abduction angle for precise, reliable positioning. It qualifies under HCPCS code L1681 — billable through Medicare and most major insurance plans with a valid physician’s order.

HSA & FSA Eligible

Key Benefits

• Controlled Bilateral Positioning: Holds both hips at the prescribed abduction angle for protected healing.
• Dislocation Prevention: Blocks the adduction and internal rotation movements that risk post-surgical hip dislocation.
• Custom-Fitted Precision: Adjusted to the patient’s anatomy and physician’s specifications at delivery.
• Post-Operative Confidence: Stabilizes the hips during transfers, rest, and early mobility.
• Insurance Covered: Billable under HCPCS L1681 through Medicare and most insurance plans.

Design Features

Commonly Prescribed For

• Post-operative hip stabilization (total hip replacement, revision surgery)
• Therapeutic hip abduction positioning
• Recurrent hip dislocation or instability
• Post-reduction positioning after dislocation
• Hip muscle or tendon repair recovery
• Conditions requiring controlled bilateral hip alignment

How It Works

After hip surgery or dislocation, the joint is most vulnerable when the legs cross the midline (adduction) or rotate inward — positions that can lever the femoral head out of the socket. This orthosis holds both hips in a stable, abducted position using a central adjustable mechanism between padded thigh cuffs, physically preventing those dangerous movements. The custom fitting ensures the abduction angle matches the physician’s prescription exactly, protecting the joint through rest, transfers, and early rehabilitation until stability is restored.

Insurance & Billing

HCPCS Code: L1681 — Hip orthosis, bilateral thigh cuffs, abduction control, prefabricated, custom-fitted.

VELO Healthcare bills Medicare and most major insurance plans directly with a valid physician’s order.

Submit a request or call (+1) 281-836-5422 to verify your coverage — our team handles the paperwork for you.

Technical Specifications

• Orthosis Type: Hip Orthosis (HO), Bilateral Abduction Control
• Classification: Prefabricated, Custom-Fitted
• Cuffs: Bilateral Padded Thigh Cuffs
• Positioning: Adjustable Abduction Angle
• Anchor: Pelvic / Waist Stabilization Band
• HCPCS Code: L1681
• Billing: Medicare & Most Insurance Plans
• Pack Size: 1 Each

Why Choose VELO?

• Direct insurance billing — Medicare and most major plans accepted
• Professional custom fitting included with delivery
• Physician order coordination handled by our team
• Fast delivery across Houston and beyond
• HSA & FSA eligible

Conclusion

This custom-fitted bilateral hip abduction orthosis (HCPCS L1681) delivers precise, controlled hip positioning that protects healing joints from dislocation and supports confident post-operative recovery. With professional fitting and VELO Healthcare’s direct Medicare and insurance billing, advanced hip stabilization is simple to access and easy to live with.

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L1681 done. Next code bhejo.