General Information about Ankle-Foot Orthosis (AFO). HCPCS code L1930 describes a prefabricated Ankle-Foot Orthosis (AFO) (like a Swedish AFO or Leaf Spring AFO) made from plastic or other materials, designed for conditions like mild foot drop (from stroke/nerve issues) to support the foot in a proper position for walking. It's a "custom-fit" brace, meaning a healthcare provider adjusts it for the patient, fitting inside a shoe for comfort and mobility improvement, unlike custom-molded AFOs. / Key Characteristics of L1930 AFOs / Material: Plastic (like polypropylene) or similar materials. / Design: Often features a posterior (back) framework, an anterior (front) foot plate that can be trimmed, and an open heel/calf for comfort. / Function: Prevents foot drop, supports weak ankles, corrects gait, and helps with stability. / Usage: Fits into a shoe and is used for conditions like CVA (stroke) or peroneal nerve palsy. / How It Works (Fitting) / A healthcare professional selects the correct size and then performs fitting/adjustments (trimming, molding) to optimize it for the patient. / It provides support for dorsiflexion (lifting the foot up) during walking.

In Summary

L1930 is for a ready-made, adjustable AFO that provides non-customized yet effective support for foot drop and ankle weakness, offering a balance of support, mobility, and convenience.

INDICATIONS:
Designed to aid in foot drop that is secondary to CVA or nerve palsy.

Model Number: 7023-7025-7027-7028-7013-7015-7017-7018