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1996
Daily Hospital Management Of Epidural Or Subarachnoid Continuous Drug Administration
HCPCS
Coverage unchanged.| |2/15/2016||Reviewed. No changes.| |2/1/2015||Document updated with literature review. Coverage unchanged.| |9/1/2011||Document reviewed with literature review. Coverage unchanged, rationale and description updated.| |2/15/2008||Revised/updated entire document| |1/1/2006||Revised/updated entire doc...
1996
Daily Hospital Management Of Epidural Or Subarachnoid Continuous Drug Administration
HCPCS
No changes.| |2/1/2015||Document updated with literature review. Coverage unchanged.| |9/1/2011||Document reviewed with literature review. Coverage unchanged, rationale and description updated.| |2/15/2008||Revised/updated entire document| |1/1/2006||Revised/updated entire document| |10/24/2006||Revised/updated entire ...
G0121
SCRN COLONOSCOPY PT NOT HI RISK
HCPCS
If the patient is at an average risk for colorectal cancer, the interval is every 10 years. If the patient is at high risk for colorectal cancer, the frequency may be more often. Patients at high risk for colon cancer generally have one or more of the following characteristics – - Close family member (sister, brother, ...
G0121
SCRN COLONOSCOPY PT NOT HI RISK
HCPCS
If the patient is at high risk for colorectal cancer, the frequency may be more often. Patients at high risk for colon cancer generally have one or more of the following characteristics – - Close family member (sister, brother, parent, child) who has had colorectal cancer or an adenomatous polyp - Family history of ade...
G0121
SCRN COLONOSCOPY PT NOT HI RISK
HCPCS
Patients at high risk for colon cancer generally have one or more of the following characteristics – - Close family member (sister, brother, parent, child) who has had colorectal cancer or an adenomatous polyp - Family history of adenomatous polyposis or hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer - Personal history of ...
00811
ANES LWR INTST NDSC NOS
CPT
ICD-10 Diagnosis Codes for Colon Cancer (specific to the location of the cancer) - C18 Malignant neoplasm of colon - C18.0 Malignant neoplasm of cecum - C18.1 Malignant neoplasm of appendix - C18.2 Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon - C18.3 Malignant neoplasm of hepatic flexure - C18.4 Malignant neoplasm of transver...
00812
ANES LWR INTST SCR COLSC
CPT
ICD-10 Diagnosis Codes for Colon Cancer (specific to the location of the cancer) - C18 Malignant neoplasm of colon - C18.0 Malignant neoplasm of cecum - C18.1 Malignant neoplasm of appendix - C18.2 Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon - C18.3 Malignant neoplasm of hepatic flexure - C18.4 Malignant neoplasm of transver...
1528
New Technology - Level 28
APC
Found to detect 92 percent of colon cancers and 42 percent of high-risk pre-cancers, most payers cover Cologuard™ under a preventive care benefit. Patients should discuss results with their healthcare provider to determine when they should be re-screened or if further testing is necessary. CPT Codes for Colorectal Canc...
00811
ANES LWR INTST NDSC NOS
CPT
Found to detect 92 percent of colon cancers and 42 percent of high-risk pre-cancers, most payers cover Cologuard™ under a preventive care benefit. Patients should discuss results with their healthcare provider to determine when they should be re-screened or if further testing is necessary. CPT Codes for Colorectal Canc...
00812
ANES LWR INTST SCR COLSC
CPT
Found to detect 92 percent of colon cancers and 42 percent of high-risk pre-cancers, most payers cover Cologuard™ under a preventive care benefit. Patients should discuss results with their healthcare provider to determine when they should be re-screened or if further testing is necessary. CPT Codes for Colorectal Canc...
0853
Continuous Cycling Peritoneal Dialysis (CCPD) - Outpatient or Home - Home Equipment
RC
You may turn in the CASE STUDY early (no earlier than October 25 th ). It will be due GAIN and DSM GAIN National Clinical Training Team 2011 Version 2 Materials Presentation Objectives Understand which DSM diagnoses are generated by GAIN ABS for the GAIN reports and which ones must be added Guidelines for Understanding...
0853
Continuous Cycling Peritoneal Dialysis (CCPD) - Outpatient or Home - Home Equipment
RC
Adults must meet all of the following five criteria: Mental Health ICD-10 Codes Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (2) For dates of service on or after October 1, 2015: F200 F201 F202 F203 F205 F2081 F2089 F209 F21 F22 F23 F24 F250 F251 F258 F259 F28 Description Methodology Rationale Measurement Period A measure o...
0622
Medical/Surgical Supplies and Devices - Extension of 027x - Supplies Incident to Other DX Services
RC
There are two main types of bipolar illness: bipolar I and bipolar II. In bipolar I, the symptoms include at least one lifetime episode of mania a period of unusually elevated PHENOTYPE PROCESSING METHODS. We first applied exclusionary criteria, recoding diagnosed individuals as phenotype unknown in the presence of: al...
0305
Thrombin time, fibrinogen screening test, plasma
RC
There are two main types of bipolar illness: bipolar I and bipolar II. In bipolar I, the symptoms include at least one lifetime episode of mania a period of unusually elevated PHENOTYPE PROCESSING METHODS. We first applied exclusionary criteria, recoding diagnosed individuals as phenotype unknown in the presence of: al...
0145
Med-Surg
RC
There are two main types of bipolar illness: bipolar I and bipolar II. In bipolar I, the symptoms include at least one lifetime episode of mania a period of unusually elevated PHENOTYPE PROCESSING METHODS. We first applied exclusionary criteria, recoding diagnosed individuals as phenotype unknown in the presence of: al...
0622
Medical/Surgical Supplies and Devices - Extension of 027x - Supplies Incident to Other DX Services
RC
In bipolar I, the symptoms include at least one lifetime episode of mania a period of unusually elevated PHENOTYPE PROCESSING METHODS. We first applied exclusionary criteria, recoding diagnosed individuals as phenotype unknown in the presence of: all dementias, amnestic and cognitive disorders; unknown/unspecified www....
0305
Thrombin time, fibrinogen screening test, plasma
RC
In bipolar I, the symptoms include at least one lifetime episode of mania a period of unusually elevated PHENOTYPE PROCESSING METHODS. We first applied exclusionary criteria, recoding diagnosed individuals as phenotype unknown in the presence of: all dementias, amnestic and cognitive disorders; unknown/unspecified www....
0145
Med-Surg
RC
In bipolar I, the symptoms include at least one lifetime episode of mania a period of unusually elevated PHENOTYPE PROCESSING METHODS. We first applied exclusionary criteria, recoding diagnosed individuals as phenotype unknown in the presence of: all dementias, amnestic and cognitive disorders; unknown/unspecified www....
0622
Medical/Surgical Supplies and Devices - Extension of 027x - Supplies Incident to Other DX Services
RC
We first applied exclusionary criteria, recoding diagnosed individuals as phenotype unknown in the presence of: all dementias, amnestic and cognitive disorders; unknown/unspecified www.bhcsct.org email@example.com 46 West Avon Road 322 Main St. 530 Middlebury Road Suite 202 Suite 1-G Suite 103 B Avon, CT 06001 Williman...
0305
Thrombin time, fibrinogen screening test, plasma
RC
We first applied exclusionary criteria, recoding diagnosed individuals as phenotype unknown in the presence of: all dementias, amnestic and cognitive disorders; unknown/unspecified www.bhcsct.org email@example.com 46 West Avon Road 322 Main St. 530 Middlebury Road Suite 202 Suite 1-G Suite 103 B Avon, CT 06001 Williman...
0145
Med-Surg
RC
We first applied exclusionary criteria, recoding diagnosed individuals as phenotype unknown in the presence of: all dementias, amnestic and cognitive disorders; unknown/unspecified www.bhcsct.org email@example.com 46 West Avon Road 322 Main St. 530 Middlebury Road Suite 202 Suite 1-G Suite 103 B Avon, CT 06001 Williman...
00100
ANESTH SALIVARY GLAND
CPT
Each CPT code consists of a five-digit numeric or alphanumeric version. Wide ranges of coding benefit all parties, and are focused on a common set of standards so diverse users have an overall understanding across the healthcare spectrum. Listed below are the various types of CPT codes: - Category I: The first level of...
00100
ANESTH SALIVARY GLAND
CPT
Wide ranges of coding benefit all parties, and are focused on a common set of standards so diverse users have an overall understanding across the healthcare spectrum. Listed below are the various types of CPT codes: - Category I: The first level of CPT coding has descriptors corresponding to a specific procedure or ser...
00100
ANESTH SALIVARY GLAND
CPT
Listed below are the various types of CPT codes: - Category I: The first level of CPT coding has descriptors corresponding to a specific procedure or service. Codes range from 00100 to 99499. - Category II: The second level of CPT coding is utilized for performance measurement. Alphanumeric codes are supplemental and n...
95810
Sleep study in sleep lab (6 years or older)
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
95807
Sleep study including heart rate and breathing attended by technician
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
95811
SLEEP STUDY W INTITIATION OF CPAP TX/VEN
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
G0400
PR HOME SLEEP TEST/TYPE 4 PORTA
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
95801
Slp stdy unatnd w/anal
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
95806
Sleep study unatt&resp efft
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
95805
Sleep study, multiple trials
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
95782
PR POLYSOM <6 YRS SLEEP STAGE 4/> ADDL PARAM ATTND
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
G0398
PR HOME SLEEP TEST/TYPE 2 PORTA
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
G0399
PR HOME SLEEP TEST/TYPE 3 PORTA
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
95800
Slp stdy unattended
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
95808
PR POLYSOM ANY AGE SLEEP STAGE 1-3 ADDL PARAM ATTND
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
95803
PR ACTIGRAPHY TESTING RECORDING ANALYSIS I&R
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
95783
PR POLYSOM <6 YRS SLEEP W/CPAP/BILVL VENT 4/> PARAM
HCPCS
Although there is no cure for this sleep condition, the symptoms (EDS and symptoms of abnormal REM sleep, such as cataplexy) can be controlled in most people with drug treatment. Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio ...
95810
Sleep study in sleep lab (6 years or older)
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
95807
Sleep study including heart rate and breathing attended by technician
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
95811
SLEEP STUDY W INTITIATION OF CPAP TX/VEN
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
G0400
PR HOME SLEEP TEST/TYPE 4 PORTA
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
95801
Slp stdy unatnd w/anal
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
95806
Sleep study unatt&resp efft
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
95805
Sleep study, multiple trials
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
95782
PR POLYSOM <6 YRS SLEEP STAGE 4/> ADDL PARAM ATTND
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
G0398
PR HOME SLEEP TEST/TYPE 2 PORTA
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
G0399
PR HOME SLEEP TEST/TYPE 3 PORTA
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
95800
Slp stdy unattended
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
95808
PR POLYSOM ANY AGE SLEEP STAGE 1-3 ADDL PARAM ATTND
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
95803
PR ACTIGRAPHY TESTING RECORDING ANALYSIS I&R
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
95783
PR POLYSOM <6 YRS SLEEP W/CPAP/BILVL VENT 4/> PARAM
HCPCS
Medications include – Stimulants (like Modafinil (Provigil) or Armodafinil (Nuvigil), Amphetamine-like stimulants, Methylphenidate (Aptensio XR, Concerta, and Ritalin), Sodium oxybate and other antidepressant drugs. Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulati...
95810
Sleep study in sleep lab (6 years or older)
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
95807
Sleep study including heart rate and breathing attended by technician
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
95811
SLEEP STUDY W INTITIATION OF CPAP TX/VEN
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
G0400
PR HOME SLEEP TEST/TYPE 4 PORTA
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
95801
Slp stdy unatnd w/anal
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
95806
Sleep study unatt&resp efft
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
95805
Sleep study, multiple trials
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
95782
PR POLYSOM <6 YRS SLEEP STAGE 4/> ADDL PARAM ATTND
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
G0398
PR HOME SLEEP TEST/TYPE 2 PORTA
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
G0399
PR HOME SLEEP TEST/TYPE 3 PORTA
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
95800
Slp stdy unattended
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
95808
PR POLYSOM ANY AGE SLEEP STAGE 1-3 ADDL PARAM ATTND
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
95803
PR ACTIGRAPHY TESTING RECORDING ANALYSIS I&R
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
95783
PR POLYSOM <6 YRS SLEEP W/CPAP/BILVL VENT 4/> PARAM
HCPCS
Incorporating lifestyle adjustments such avoiding the intake of caffeine, alcohol and nicotine, regulating sleep schedules, establishing a normal exercise pattern and meal schedule and scheduling short naps (10-15 minutes in length) at regular intervals during the day may help reduce symptoms in the long-run. Allergy a...
1500
New Technology - Level 1
APC
The American Academy of Professionals Coders (AAPC) provides physician-based coding certification courses, such as CPC certification. The organization offers both classroom and online training, which can be completed in less than 5 months. The course fee is $1500. The American Health Information Management Association ...
31254
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC W/PARTIAL ETHMOIDECTOMY
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
31294
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC SURG W/OPTIC NERVE DCMPRN
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
61548
Removal of pituitary gland
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
31288
PR NSL/SINUS NDSC SPHENDT RMVL TISS SPHENOID SINUS
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
1996
Daily Hospital Management Of Epidural Or Subarachnoid Continuous Drug Administration
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
G0340
Robt lin-radsurg fractx 2-5
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
31287
PR NASAL/SINUS ENDOSCOPY W/SPHENOIDOTOMY
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
G0339
Robot lin-radsurg com, first
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
31276
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC W/RMVL TISS FROM FRONTAL SINUS
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
S8030
Tantalum ring application
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
31290
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC RPR CEREBRSP FLUID LEAK ETHMOID
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
31256
PR NASAL/SINUS ENDOSCOPY W/MAXILLARY ANTROSTOMY
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
31267
PR NSL/SINUS NDSC MAX ANTROST W/RMVL TISS MAX SINUS
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
61795
Brain surgery using computer
HCPCS
For the definition of Investigative, “generally accepted standards of medical practice” means standards that are based on credible scientific evidence published in peer-reviewed medical literature generally recognized by the relevant medical community, and physician specialty society recommendations, and the views of m...
31254
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC W/PARTIAL ETHMOIDECTOMY
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
31294
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC SURG W/OPTIC NERVE DCMPRN
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
61548
Removal of pituitary gland
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
31288
PR NSL/SINUS NDSC SPHENDT RMVL TISS SPHENOID SINUS
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
1996
Daily Hospital Management Of Epidural Or Subarachnoid Continuous Drug Administration
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
G0340
Robt lin-radsurg fractx 2-5
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
31287
PR NASAL/SINUS ENDOSCOPY W/SPHENOIDOTOMY
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
G0339
Robot lin-radsurg com, first
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
31276
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC W/RMVL TISS FROM FRONTAL SINUS
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
S8030
Tantalum ring application
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
31290
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC RPR CEREBRSP FLUID LEAK ETHMOID
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
31256
PR NASAL/SINUS ENDOSCOPY W/MAXILLARY ANTROSTOMY
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
31267
PR NSL/SINUS NDSC MAX ANTROST W/RMVL TISS MAX SINUS
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
61795
Brain surgery using computer
HCPCS
In order for equipment, devices, drugs or supplies [i.e, technologies], to be considered not investigative, the technology must have final approval from the appropriate governmental bodies, and scientific evidence must permit conclusions concerning the effect of the technology on health outcomes, and the technology mus...
31254
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC W/PARTIAL ETHMOIDECTOMY
HCPCS
POLICY HISTORY9/1992: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) 9/1994: Reviewed and updated by MPAC 10/1996: Reviewed and updated by MPAC 2/2001: Reviewed by MPAC; Proton beam therapy for prostate cancer considered investigational 4/3/2001: Code Reference updated 5/8/2001: Proton Beam is medically necessary...
31294
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC SURG W/OPTIC NERVE DCMPRN
HCPCS
POLICY HISTORY9/1992: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) 9/1994: Reviewed and updated by MPAC 10/1996: Reviewed and updated by MPAC 2/2001: Reviewed by MPAC; Proton beam therapy for prostate cancer considered investigational 4/3/2001: Code Reference updated 5/8/2001: Proton Beam is medically necessary...
61548
Removal of pituitary gland
HCPCS
POLICY HISTORY9/1992: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) 9/1994: Reviewed and updated by MPAC 10/1996: Reviewed and updated by MPAC 2/2001: Reviewed by MPAC; Proton beam therapy for prostate cancer considered investigational 4/3/2001: Code Reference updated 5/8/2001: Proton Beam is medically necessary...
31288
PR NSL/SINUS NDSC SPHENDT RMVL TISS SPHENOID SINUS
HCPCS
POLICY HISTORY9/1992: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) 9/1994: Reviewed and updated by MPAC 10/1996: Reviewed and updated by MPAC 2/2001: Reviewed by MPAC; Proton beam therapy for prostate cancer considered investigational 4/3/2001: Code Reference updated 5/8/2001: Proton Beam is medically necessary...
1996
Daily Hospital Management Of Epidural Or Subarachnoid Continuous Drug Administration
HCPCS
POLICY HISTORY9/1992: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) 9/1994: Reviewed and updated by MPAC 10/1996: Reviewed and updated by MPAC 2/2001: Reviewed by MPAC; Proton beam therapy for prostate cancer considered investigational 4/3/2001: Code Reference updated 5/8/2001: Proton Beam is medically necessary...