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Selected code: 06

Assistive device types - Selected code: 06
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06 - Orthoses and prostheses
Orthoses are externally applied devices used to modify the structural and functional characteristics of the neuromusculoskeletal systems; prostheses are externally applied devices used to replace, wholly or in part, an absent or deficient body segment. Included are, e.g. body-powered and externally powered external orthoses, prostheses, orthopaedic footwear. Excluded are endo-prostheses, which are not part of this document.
06.03 - Spinal and cranial orthoses
Orthoses that are designed to modify the structural and functional characteristics of the neuromusculoskeletal systems of the spine and skull; the device may be custom fabricated to meet the functional needs of the individual user or prefabricated to meet a particular set of functional requirements; the prefabricated devices may be adjustable to fit an individual user, or they may be ready-to-use so that adjustment is not possible or no adjustment is necessary for any user.
06.03.03 - Sacro-iliac orthoses
Orthoses that encompass whole or part of the sacro-iliac region of the trunk
06.03.03.S01 - Sacro-iliac orthoses
Orthoses that encompass whole or part of the sacro-iliac region of the trunk
06.03.06 - Lumbo-sacral orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the lumbar and sacro-iliac regions of the trunk
06.03.06.S01 - Lumbo-sacral orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the lumbar and sacro-iliac regions of the trunk
06.03.06.S02 - Lumbar orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the lumbar region of the trunk
06.03.07 - Thoracic orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the thoracic region of the trunk
06.03.07.S01 - Thoracic orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the thoracic region of the trunk
06.03.08 - Thoraco-lumbar orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the thoracic and lumbar regions of the trunk
06.03.08.S01 - Thoraco-lumbar orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the thoracic and lumbar regions of the trunk
06.03.09 - Thoraco-lumbo-sacral orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the thoracic, lumbar and sacro-iliac regions of the trunk
06.03.09.S01 - Thoraco-lumbo-sacral orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the thoracic, lumbar and sacro-iliac regions of the trunk
06.03.12 - Cervical orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the cervical region, including the atlanto-occipital joint
06.03.12.S01 - Cervical orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the cervical region, including the atlanto-occipital joint; Included are, e.g., the head/spine joints
06.03.15 - Cervico-thoracic orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole cervical and thoracic regions, including the atlanto-occipital joint
06.03.15.S01 - Cervico-thoracic orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole cervical and thoracic regions, including the atlanto-occipital joint; Included are, e.g., the head/spine joints
06.03.18 - Cervico-thoraco-lumbo-sacral orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacro-illiac regions, including the atlanto-occipital joint
06.03.18.S01 - Cervico-thoraco-lumbo-sacral orthosis
Orthosis that encompasses the whole cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacro-illiac regions, including the atlanto-occipital joint; Included are, e.g., the head/spine joints
06.03.21 - Cranial orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the skull (cranium)
06.03.21.S01 - Cranial orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the skull (cranium)
06.03.27 - Articulating components for spinal orthoses
Articulating components of orthoses allow or control the motions of anatomical joints of the spine. Included are, e.g joints for spinal orthoses.
06.03.27.S01 - Joints for spinal orthoses
Orthoses used as components of spinal orthoses to allow or control motion of the joints of the spin
06.03.30 - Interface components for spinal and cranial orthoses
Interface components of orthoses are those in direct contact with the user; they transmit the forces between the orthosis and the user which result from its function and may retain the orthosis in place. Included are, e.g. shells, pads, straps.
06.03.33 - Structural components for spinal and cranial orthoses
Structural components of orthoses connect the articulating and interface components and maintain the alignment of the orthosis. Included are, e.g. uprights, shells.
06.03.36 - Finishing components for spinal and cranial orthoses
Finishing components are the means of providing shape, colour and texture to orthoses. Included are, e.g. fillers, covers, sleeves.
06.03.39 - Mandibular advancement devices
Orthoses, worn in the mouth, used to permit changes in the position of the lower mandible relative to the upper jaw. Included are, e.g. mandibular advancement splints (MAS).
06.04 - Abdominal orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the abdomen
06.04.03 - Abdominal muscle supports
Devices to support the abdomen
06.04.06 - Abdominal hernia supports
Devices to support and hold hernia in place. Included are, e.g. hernia straps, girdles, trusses.
06.04.09 - Interface components for abdominal orthoses
Interface components in direct contact with the user; they transmit the forces between the orthosis and the user which result from its function and may retain the orthosis in place. Included are, e.g. shells, pads, straps.
06.04.12 - Finishing components for abdominal orthoses
Finishing components are the means of providing shape, colour and texture to orthoses. Included are, e.g. fillers, covers, sleeves.
06.06 - Upper limb orthoses
Orthoses designed to modify structural and functional characteristics of the neuromusculoskeletal systems of the upper limbs; the devices may be custom fabricated or prefabricated; the prefabricated devices may be adjustable or ready to use
06.06.03 - Finger orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of a finger.
06.06.03.S01 - Finger orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of a finger
06.06.06 - Hand orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the hand
06.06.07 - Hand-finger orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the hand and the whole or part of one or more fingers.
06.06.07.S01 - Hand-finger orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the hand and the whole or part of one or more finger
06.06.12 - Wrist-hand orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the wrist joint and the whole or part of the hand.
06.06.12.S01 - Wrist-hand orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the wrist joint and the whole or part of the han
06.06.13 - Wrist-hand-finger orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the wrist joint and the hand and one or more fingers
06.06.13.S01 - Wrist-hand-finger orthoses
Orthosess that encompass the wrist joint and the hand and one or more finger
06.06.15 - Elbow orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the elbow joint
06.06.15.S01 - Elbow orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the elbow join
06.06.19 - Elbow-wrist-hand orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the elbow and wrist joints and the whole or part of the hand
06.06.19.S01 - Elbow-wrist-hand orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the elbow and wrist joints and the whole or part of the han
06.06.20 - Forearm orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the forearm with or without the elbow or wrist joints, i.e. with fracture treatment.
06.06.21 - Shoulder orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the shoulder joint
06.06.21.S01 - Shoulder orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the shoulder join
06.06.24 - Shoulder-elbow orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the shoulder and elbow joints
06.06.25 - Upper arm orthoses
Devices that encompass the upper arm with or without the shoulder or elbow joints, i.e. with treatment of fractures.
06.06.30 - Shoulder-elbow-wrist-hand orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the shoulder, elbow and wrist joints and the whole or part of the hand
06.06.32 - Hand joints and finger joints
Articulating components of upper limb orthoses to allow or control motion of anatomical hand and finger joints
06.06.33 - Wrist joints
Articulating components of upper limb orthoses to allow or control motion of the anatomical wrist joint
06.06.36 - Elbow joints
Articulating components of upper limb orthoses to allow or control motion of the anatomical elbow joint
06.06.39 - Shoulder joints
Articulating components of upper limb orthoses to allow or control motion of the anatomical shoulder joint
06.06.42 - Interface components for upper limb orthoses
Interface components in direct contact with the user; they transmit the forces between the orthosis and the user which result from its function and may retain the orthosis in place. Included are, e.g. shells, pads, straps.
06.06.45 - Structural components for upper limb orthoses
Structural components of orthoses connect the articulating and interface components and maintain the alignment of the orthosis. Included are, e.g. uprights, shells.
06.06.48 - Finishing (cosmetic) components for upper limb orthoses
Cosmetic components are the means of providing shape, colour and texture to orthoses. Included are, e.g. fillers, covers, sleeves.
06.12 - Lower limb orthoses
Orthoses designed to modify the structural and functional characteristics of the neuromusculoskeletal systems of the lower limb; the devices may be custom fabricated or prefabricated; the prefabricated devices may be adjustable or ready to use
06.12.03 - Foot orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the whole or part of the foot. Included are, e.g. orthopaedic shoes, insoles, shoe inserts, pads, arch supports, heel cushions, heel cups, orthopaedic inlays. Shoes and boots, see 09 03 42.
06.12.06 - Ankle-foot orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the ankle joint and the whole or part of the foot
06.12.06.S01 - Ankle-foot orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the ankle joint and the whole or part of the foot
06.12.09 - Knee orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the knee joint
06.12.09.S01 - Knee orthoses
06.12.12 - Knee-ankle-foot orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the knee and ankle joints and the foot
06.12.13 - Lower leg orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the lower leg
06.12.15 - Hip orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the hip joint
06.12.15.S01 - Hip orthoses
06.12.16 - Hip-knee orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the hip and knee joints
06.12.17 - Thigh orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the thigh
06.12.18 - Hip-knee-ankle-foot orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the hip, knee and ankle joints and the foot
06.12.18.S01 - Hip-knee-ankle-foot orthoses
06.12.19 - (Thoraco-)lumbo-sacral-hip-knee-ankle-foot orthoses
Orthoses that encompass the lumbar regions of the trunk, the hip, knee and ankle joints and the foot, with or without the thoracal part of the spine
06.12.19.S01 - wearable robotic exoskeleton
06.12.20 - Foot-toe joints
Articulating components of lower limb orthoses to allow or control motion of anatomical foot and toe joints
06.12.21 - Ankle joints
Articulating components of lower limb orthoses to allow or control motion of the anatomical ankle joint
06.12.24 - Knee joints
Articulating components of lower limb orthoses to allow or control motion of the anatomical knee joint
06.12.27 - Hip joints
Articulating components of lower limb orthoses to allow or control motion of the anatomical hip joint
06.12.30 - Interface components for lower limb orthoses
Interface components in direct contact with the user; they transmit the forces between the orthosis and the user that result from its function and may retain the orthosis in place. Included are, e.g. shells, pads, straps, foot orthoses, shoes.
06.12.33 - Structural components for lower limb orthoses
Structural components in direct contact the articulating and interface components and maintain the alignment of the orthosis. Included are, e.g. uprights, shells.
06.12.36 - Finishing (cosmetic) components for lower limb orthoses
Cosmetic components that provide shape, colour and texture to orthoses. Included are, e.g. fillers, covers, sleeves.
06.15 - Functional neuromuscular stimulators and hybrid orthoses
Devices designed to compensate a loss of motor function by electrical stimulation (FES). Included are, e.g. functional electrical stimulators, hybrid orthotic systems used in combination with mechanical orthoses in hybrid orthotic systems. Stimulators for treatment on cellular and tissue level, see 04 27.
06.15.89 - Functional neuromuscular stimulators and hybrid orthoses
06.15.89.S01 - Functional electrical stimulators
06.18 - Upper limb prostheses
A collection of compatible components that can be integrated to produce a range of different upper limb prostheses. Included are, e.g. cosmetic upper limb prostheses.
06.18.03 - Partial hand prostheses
Devices that replace part of the upper limb distal to the wrist joint after amputation or due to congenital limb deficiency. Included are, e.g. finger prostheses.
06.18.06 - Wrist disarticulation prostheses
Devices that replace part of the upper limb at the wrist joint after amputation or due to congenital limb deficiency
06.18.09 - Transradial prostheses
Devices that replace part of the upper limb between the wrist and elbow joints after amputation or, due to congenital limb deficiency.
06.18.12 - Elbow disarticulation prostheses
Devices that replace part of the upper limb at the elbow joint after amputation or due to congenital limb deficiency
06.18.15 - Transhumeral prostheses
Devices that replace part of the upper limb between the shoulder and elbow joints after amputation or, due to congenital limb deficiency.
06.18.18 - Shoulder disarticulation prostheses
Devices that replace the upper limb at the shoulder joint after amputation or due to congenital limb deficiency
06.18.21 - Scapulothoracic disarticulation prostheses
Devices that replace the upper limb at the scapulo-thoracic and sterno-clavicular joints after amputation or, due to congenital limb deficiency.
06.18.24 - Prosthetic hands and prosthetic digits
Functional components of upper limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb; prosthetic hands are designed to substitute for some of the functions of the normal hand and can be static, passive, active or combined passive/active; the prosthetic hands can be externally powered or body powered
06.18.25 - Split hooks and other terminal devices to employ a pincer action
Functional components of upper limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb like split hooks to employ a pincer. action. Specialized appliances or tools for prosthetic hands, see >061826
06.18.26 - Specialized appliances or tools for prosthetic hands
Functional components of upper limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb and that perform a wide range of individual functions; the device can be passive, adjustable or active. Devices to employ a pincer action, see >061825
06.18.30 - Wrist units
Functional components of upper limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb and that substitute for some of the functions of the normal wrist by means of controlled motions
06.18.33 - Elbow units
Functional components of upper limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb and that substitute for some of the functions of the normal elbow by means of controlled motions
06.18.36 - Shoulder units
Functional components of upper limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb and that substitute for some of the functions of the normal shoulder by means of controlled motions
06.18.39 - External (side) joints for upper limb prostheses
Functional components of upper limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb and that constrain unwanted motion of the human joint(s). Included are, e.g. wrist joints, elbow joints, shoulder joints..
06.18.40 - Humeral rotation units
Functional components of upper limb prostheses that substitute for any restriction in the range of internal/external rotation of the shoulder due to the socket of the prosthesis
06.18.41 - Additional flexion units
Functional components of upper limb prostheses between shoulder and elbow joints in a shoulder disarticulation prosthesis to improve the effective flexion range of the elbow
06.18.42 - Sockets for upper limb prostheses
Interface components of upper limb prostheses that are in direct contact with the wearer for achieving support, stabilization and suspension; may contain elements that contribute to the activation and/or control of functional components. Included are, e.g. sockets for partial hand amputation, wrist disarticulation, transradial (below-elbow) amputation, elbow disarticulation, transhumeral (above-elbow) amputation, shoulder disarticulation, forequarter amputation.
06.18.45 - Liners for upper limb prostheses
Interface components of upper limb prostheses that are in direct contact with the wearer for achieving support, stabilization and suspension; may contain elements that contribute to the activation and/or control of functional components. Included are, e.g. liners to be placed in sockets for partial hand amputation, wrist disarticulation, transradial (below-elbow) amputation, elbow disarticulation, transhumeral (above-elbow) amputation, shoulder disarticulation, forequarter amputation.
06.18.48 - Suspensory components
Suspensory components that are used to maintain the prosthesis relative to the body. Included are, e.g. suspension components for the principal suspension sites, pelvis, trunk, shoulder(s), upper arm, humeral condyles, radial/ulnar styloids.
06.18.51 - Alignment components of upper limb prostheses
Alignment components that permit changes in the position of the components of a prosthesis relative to one another. Included are, e.g. alignment components that are part of the structure of the prosthesis or can be removed and replaced by another structural component.
06.18.54 - Structural components of upper limb prostheses
Structural components that connect the interface, functional and alignment components and maintain the integrity of the prosthesis. Included are, e.g. endoskeletal and exoskeletal components for prosthetic construction.
06.18.57 - Finishing (cosmetic) components of upper limb prostheses
Cosmetic components that simulate the appearance and feel of the normal limb. Included are, e.g. shells, fillers, skins, stockings, gloves.
06.24 - Lower limb prostheses
A collection of compatible components that can be integrated to produce a range of different lower limb prostheses. Included are, e.g. cosmetic lower limb prostheses.
06.24.03 - Partial foot prostheses
Devices that replace part of the lower limb distal to the ankle joint after amputation or due to congenital limb deficiency. Included are, e.g. toe prostheses.
06.24.06 - Ankle disarticulation prostheses
Devices that replace part of the lower limb at the ankle joint after amputation or due to congenital limb deficiency
06.24.09 - Transtibial prostheses
Devices that replace part of the lower limb between the knee joint and the ankle joint after amputation or, due to congenital limb deficiency.
06.24.12 - Knee disarticulation prostheses
Devices that replace part of the lower limb at the knee joint after amputation or due to congenital limb deficiency
06.24.15 - Transfemoral prostheses
Devices that replace part of the lower limb between the hip joint and the knee joint after amputation or, due to congenital limb deficiency.
06.24.18 - Hip disarticulation prostheses
Devices that replace the lower limb at the hip joint after amputation or due to congenital limb deficiency
06.24.21 - Transpelvic prostheses
Devices that replace the lower limb together with part or all of the hemipelvis after amputation or, due to congenital limb deficiency.
06.24.27 - Ankle-foot units
Functional components of lower limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb and that substitute for some of the functions of the normal ankle and foot by means of controlled motions. Included are, e.g. separate ankle units, foot units.
06.24.27.S01 - Prosthetic foots
06.24.30 - Axial rotators (Torque reducers)
Functional components of lower limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb and that allow transverse plane rotation, thus reducing the torque submitted
06.24.31 - Load attenuators (Shock absorbers)
Functional components of lower limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb which reduce the impact load resulting from initial contact by allowing longitudinal motion (shortening)
06.24.32 - Prosthetic turntables
Functional components of lower limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb; prosthetic units that allow transverse plane rotation of the segment of the prosthesis distal to the turntable; may incorporate a lock that is automatically locked and manually unlocked in the walking position.
06.24.33 - Knee units
Functional components of lower limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb and that substitute for some of the functions of the normal knee by means of controlled motions
06.24.33.S01 - Knee units
06.24.36 - Hip units
Functional components of lower limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb and that substitute for some of the functions of the normal hip by means of controlled motions
06.24.37 - External (side) joints for lower limb prostheses
Functional components of lower limb prostheses that substitute for some of the dynamic and sensory attributes of the normal limb and that constrain unwanted motion of the human joint(s). Included are, e.g. hip joints, knee joints, ankle joints.
06.24.40 - Liners for lower limb prostheses
Interface components of lower limb prostheses for achieving support, stabilization and suspension; may contain elements that contribute to the activation and/or control of functional components. Included are, e.g. prefabricated and custom-made liners to be placed in sockets for partial foot amputation, ankle disarticulation, transtibial (below knee) amputation, knee disarticulation, transfemoral (above-knee) amputation, hip disarticulation, transpelvic amputation.
06.24.41 - Sockets for lower limb prostheses
Interface components of lower limb prostheses that are in direct contact with the wearer for achieving support, stabilization and suspension; may contain elements that contribute to the activation and/or control of functional components. Included are, e.g. prefabricated and custom-made sockets for partial foot amputation, ankle disarticulation, transtibial (below knee) amputation, knee disarticulation, transfemoral (above-knee) amputation, hip disarticulation, transpelvic amputation.
06.24.42 - Suspensory components for lower limb prostheses
Interface components used to maintain the prosthesis relative to the body. Included are, e.g. suspension components for the principal suspension sites, pelvis, thigh, femoral condyles, and/or malleoli.
06.24.45 - Alignment components for lower limb prostheses
Alignment components that permit changes in the position of the components of a prosthesis relative to one another. Included are, e.g. alignment components that are part of the structure of the prosthesis or can be removed and replaced by another structural component.
06.24.46 - Structural components for lower limb prostheses
Structural components that connect the interface, functional and alignment components and maintain the integrity of the prosthesis. Included are, e.g. endoskeletal and exoskeletal components for prosthetic construction.
06.24.47 - Finishing (cosmetic) components for lower limb prostheses
Cosmetic components that simulate the appearance and feel of the normal limb. Included are, e.g. shells, fillers, skins, stockings, foot covers.
06.24.48 - Temporary prostheses for lower limb amputees
Devices used for the early mobilization of lower limb amputees prior to the supply of a definitive prosthesis
06.30 - Prostheses other than limb prostheses
Devices used to replace totally, or in part, the appearance and function of an absent body segment other than limbs
06.30.03 - Wigs
Devices that substitute for all the hair on a person’s head.
06.30.06 - Hairpieces and toupees
Devices that substitute for a part of the hair on a person’s head.
06.30.09 - Eyelashes and eyebrows
Devices that substitute for eyelashes or eyebrows
06.30.12 - Moustaches and beards
Devices that substitute for the moustache or beard
06.30.15 - Back fillers
Devices that fill in severe curvatures of the back
06.30.18 - Mammary prostheses
Devices that reproduce the appearance of all or part of the breast
06.30.21 - Ocular prostheses
Devices that reproduce the appearance of the eye
06.30.24 - Aural prostheses
Devices that reproduce the appearance of the ears
06.30.27 - Nasal prostheses
Devices that reproduce the appearance of the nose
06.30.30 - Composite facial prostheses
Devices that reproduce the appearance of all or a part of the face. Included are, e.g. eye prostheses, ear prostheses, nose prostheses and prostheses combining some or all of these..
06.30.33 - Palate prostheses
Devices that reproduce the function of the palate
06.30.36 - Dentures
Devices that reproduce the appearance and the function of the teeth
06.30.39 - Skin-covering agents
Substances used to cover up blemishes on the skin
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