Shoulder-Elbow-Wrist-Hand Orthosis (SEWHO) — HCPCS L3960

Shoulder-Elbow-Wrist-Hand Orthosis (SEWHO) — Abduction “Airplane Splint” | HCPCS L3960

This prefabricated Shoulder-Elbow-Wrist-Hand Orthosis (SEWHO) — commonly known as an airplane splint — holds the entire arm and hand in a fixed, abducted position away from the torso. Designed for patients recovering from rotator cuff repair, shoulder dislocation, or brachial plexus injuries, the brace maintains the precise shoulder angle prescribed by the surgeon or physician, protecting repaired tissue from the stress of gravity and accidental movement.

By supporting the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand as one stabilized unit, the SEWHO removes tension from healing tendons, ligaments, and nerves — allowing recovery to proceed in the optimal anatomical position. As a prefabricated device, it qualifies under HCPCS code L3960 — billable through Medicare and most major insurance plans with a valid physician’s order.

HSA & FSA Eligible

Key Benefits

• Fixed Abduction Positioning: Holds the arm at the prescribed angle away from the body to protect surgical repairs.
• Full-Arm Stabilization: Supports shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand together as one immobilized unit.
• Tension-Free Healing: Removes gravity load from repaired rotator cuff tendons and injured nerves.
• Dislocation Protection: Prevents the arm positions that risk re-dislocation during recovery.
• Insurance Covered: Billable under HCPCS L3960 through Medicare and most insurance plans.

Design Features

Commonly Prescribed For

• Rotator cuff repair recovery
• Shoulder dislocation & instability
• Brachial plexus injuries
• Post-surgical shoulder stabilization (Bankart, SLAP repairs)
• Proximal humerus fractures
• Axillary burns or skin grafts requiring abduction positioning
• Nerve decompression recovery

How It Works

After rotator cuff surgery or shoulder injury, healing tissue is most protected when the arm is held slightly away from the body — the abducted position reduces tension on repaired tendons and improves blood flow to the healing site. The SEWHO’s support frame maintains this exact position continuously, while the integrated elbow, wrist, and hand supports prevent downstream movements from transferring stress up to the shoulder. The result: undisturbed healing in the optimal position, with dramatically reduced risk of re-tear or re-dislocation.

Insurance & Billing

HCPCS Code: L3960 — Shoulder-elbow-wrist-hand orthosis, abduction positioning, prefabricated.

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: Shoulder-Elbow-Wrist-Hand Orthosis (SEWHO)
• Classification: Prefabricated
• Style: Abduction Positioning (“Airplane Splint”)
• Coverage: Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist & Hand
• Positioning: Fixed Abducted Angle, Adjustable Fit
• HCPCS Code: L3960
• Billing: Medicare & Most Insurance Plans
• Pack Size: 1 Each

Why Choose VELO?

• Direct insurance billing — Medicare and most major plans accepted
• Physician order coordination handled by our team
• Fast delivery across Houston and beyond
• Post-surgical positioning support at an accessible price
• HSA & FSA eligible

Conclusion

This SEWHO abduction brace (HCPCS L3960) holds the arm in the protected, abducted position essential for rotator cuff recovery, dislocation healing, and brachial plexus rehabilitation — stabilizing the entire upper limb from shoulder to hand. With VELO Healthcare’s direct Medicare and insurance billing, post-surgical positioning support is delivered fast and hassle-free.

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