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90379
Rsv Ig, Iv
HCPCS
Policy section updated: changed preferred provider to Accredo, changed telephone # from 1-866-591-9075 to 1-866-240-3373, changed fax # from 1-866-591-9094 to 1-877-369-3447. Sources updated; American Academy of Pediatrics Web Site, Synagis® and RespiGam® added 11/4/2005: Code Reference section updated, ICD9 diagnosis codes 491.00-491.02, 491.20-491.22, 491.9, 493.20-493.22, 496, 765.20-765.27, V46.2 added; ICD9 procedure code 99.29 added. 11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted.
90378
HC RESPIRATORY SYNCYTIAL VIRUS IG IM 50 MG E
HCPCS
Policy section updated: changed preferred provider to Accredo, changed telephone # from 1-866-591-9075 to 1-866-240-3373, changed fax # from 1-866-591-9094 to 1-877-369-3447. Sources updated; American Academy of Pediatrics Web Site, Synagis® and RespiGam® added 11/4/2005: Code Reference section updated, ICD9 diagnosis codes 491.00-491.02, 491.20-491.22, 491.9, 493.20-493.22, 496, 765.20-765.27, V46.2 added; ICD9 procedure code 99.29 added. 11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted.
90772
Ther/Proph/Diag Inj, Sc/Im
HCPCS
Policy section updated: changed preferred provider to Accredo, changed telephone # from 1-866-591-9075 to 1-866-240-3373, changed fax # from 1-866-591-9094 to 1-877-369-3447. Sources updated; American Academy of Pediatrics Web Site, Synagis® and RespiGam® added 11/4/2005: Code Reference section updated, ICD9 diagnosis codes 491.00-491.02, 491.20-491.22, 491.9, 493.20-493.22, 496, 765.20-765.27, V46.2 added; ICD9 procedure code 99.29 added. 11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted.
90766
Ther/Proph/Dg Iv Inf, Add-On
HCPCS
Policy section updated: changed preferred provider to Accredo, changed telephone # from 1-866-591-9075 to 1-866-240-3373, changed fax # from 1-866-591-9094 to 1-877-369-3447. Sources updated; American Academy of Pediatrics Web Site, Synagis® and RespiGam® added 11/4/2005: Code Reference section updated, ICD9 diagnosis codes 491.00-491.02, 491.20-491.22, 491.9, 493.20-493.22, 496, 765.20-765.27, V46.2 added; ICD9 procedure code 99.29 added. 11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted.
J1565
RSV-ivig
HCPCS
Policy section updated: changed preferred provider to Accredo, changed telephone # from 1-866-591-9075 to 1-866-240-3373, changed fax # from 1-866-591-9094 to 1-877-369-3447. Sources updated; American Academy of Pediatrics Web Site, Synagis® and RespiGam® added 11/4/2005: Code Reference section updated, ICD9 diagnosis codes 491.00-491.02, 491.20-491.22, 491.9, 493.20-493.22, 496, 765.20-765.27, V46.2 added; ICD9 procedure code 99.29 added. 11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted.
90765
Ther/Proph/Diag Iv Inf, Init
HCPCS
Policy section updated: changed preferred provider to Accredo, changed telephone # from 1-866-591-9075 to 1-866-240-3373, changed fax # from 1-866-591-9094 to 1-877-369-3447. Sources updated; American Academy of Pediatrics Web Site, Synagis® and RespiGam® added 11/4/2005: Code Reference section updated, ICD9 diagnosis codes 491.00-491.02, 491.20-491.22, 491.9, 493.20-493.22, 496, 765.20-765.27, V46.2 added; ICD9 procedure code 99.29 added. 11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted.
90379
Rsv Ig, Iv
HCPCS
Sources updated; American Academy of Pediatrics Web Site, Synagis® and RespiGam® added 11/4/2005: Code Reference section updated, ICD9 diagnosis codes 491.00-491.02, 491.20-491.22, 491.9, 493.20-493.22, 496, 765.20-765.27, V46.2 added; ICD9 procedure code 99.29 added. 11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted. ICD-9 codes 491.0 and 491.1 added.
90378
HC RESPIRATORY SYNCYTIAL VIRUS IG IM 50 MG E
HCPCS
Sources updated; American Academy of Pediatrics Web Site, Synagis® and RespiGam® added 11/4/2005: Code Reference section updated, ICD9 diagnosis codes 491.00-491.02, 491.20-491.22, 491.9, 493.20-493.22, 496, 765.20-765.27, V46.2 added; ICD9 procedure code 99.29 added. 11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted. ICD-9 codes 491.0 and 491.1 added.
90772
Ther/Proph/Diag Inj, Sc/Im
HCPCS
Sources updated; American Academy of Pediatrics Web Site, Synagis® and RespiGam® added 11/4/2005: Code Reference section updated, ICD9 diagnosis codes 491.00-491.02, 491.20-491.22, 491.9, 493.20-493.22, 496, 765.20-765.27, V46.2 added; ICD9 procedure code 99.29 added. 11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted. ICD-9 codes 491.0 and 491.1 added.
90766
Ther/Proph/Dg Iv Inf, Add-On
HCPCS
Sources updated; American Academy of Pediatrics Web Site, Synagis® and RespiGam® added 11/4/2005: Code Reference section updated, ICD9 diagnosis codes 491.00-491.02, 491.20-491.22, 491.9, 493.20-493.22, 496, 765.20-765.27, V46.2 added; ICD9 procedure code 99.29 added. 11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted. ICD-9 codes 491.0 and 491.1 added.
J1565
RSV-ivig
HCPCS
Sources updated; American Academy of Pediatrics Web Site, Synagis® and RespiGam® added 11/4/2005: Code Reference section updated, ICD9 diagnosis codes 491.00-491.02, 491.20-491.22, 491.9, 493.20-493.22, 496, 765.20-765.27, V46.2 added; ICD9 procedure code 99.29 added. 11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted. ICD-9 codes 491.0 and 491.1 added.
90765
Ther/Proph/Diag Iv Inf, Init
HCPCS
Sources updated; American Academy of Pediatrics Web Site, Synagis® and RespiGam® added 11/4/2005: Code Reference section updated, ICD9 diagnosis codes 491.00-491.02, 491.20-491.22, 491.9, 493.20-493.22, 496, 765.20-765.27, V46.2 added; ICD9 procedure code 99.29 added. 11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted. ICD-9 codes 491.0 and 491.1 added.
90379
Rsv Ig, Iv
HCPCS
11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted. ICD-9 codes 491.0 and 491.1 added. 01/01/2009: Accredo preferred provider information removed.
90378
HC RESPIRATORY SYNCYTIAL VIRUS IG IM 50 MG E
HCPCS
11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted. ICD-9 codes 491.0 and 491.1 added. 01/01/2009: Accredo preferred provider information removed.
90772
Ther/Proph/Diag Inj, Sc/Im
HCPCS
11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted. ICD-9 codes 491.0 and 491.1 added. 01/01/2009: Accredo preferred provider information removed.
90766
Ther/Proph/Dg Iv Inf, Add-On
HCPCS
11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted. ICD-9 codes 491.0 and 491.1 added. 01/01/2009: Accredo preferred provider information removed.
J1565
RSV-ivig
HCPCS
11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted. ICD-9 codes 491.0 and 491.1 added. 01/01/2009: Accredo preferred provider information removed.
90765
Ther/Proph/Diag Iv Inf, Init
HCPCS
11/2005: Approved by Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P & T) Committee 2/7/2006: Code Reference table updated: The notes under CPT codes 90378 and 90379 and HCPCS code J1565 were updated to include the new intramuscular and IV infusion administration codes (90772, 90765-90766); ICD9 diagnosis codes 079.6, 079.89, 460.0-466.0, 466.11, 478.8-478.9, 480.0-480.9, 487.1, 519.8, 769, 770.0-770.9, 786.9 deleted, V58.65 added 8/22/2006: Respigam deleted from policy due to discontinuation of medication. 11/14/2006: Code Reference section updated: ICD-9 code V04.82 added 1/12/2006: Code reference section updated. ICD-9 codes 491.00, 491.01, and 491.02 deleted. ICD-9 codes 491.0 and 491.1 added. 01/01/2009: Accredo preferred provider information removed.
90379
Rsv Ig, Iv
HCPCS
Maximum of 5 doses/season added to infant age specifications. Infant age specifications revised. 12/15/2009: Coding Section revised with 2010 CPT4 and HCPCS revisions. 08/21/2013: Policy revised to change the RSV season from October - February to October 31 - March 31. Deleted procedure codes J1565 and 90379 from the Code Reference section.
J1565
RSV-ivig
HCPCS
Maximum of 5 doses/season added to infant age specifications. Infant age specifications revised. 12/15/2009: Coding Section revised with 2010 CPT4 and HCPCS revisions. 08/21/2013: Policy revised to change the RSV season from October - February to October 31 - March 31. Deleted procedure codes J1565 and 90379 from the Code Reference section.
90379
Rsv Ig, Iv
HCPCS
Infant age specifications revised. 12/15/2009: Coding Section revised with 2010 CPT4 and HCPCS revisions. 08/21/2013: Policy revised to change the RSV season from October - February to October 31 - March 31. Deleted procedure codes J1565 and 90379 from the Code Reference section. 08/28/2015: Code Reference section updated for ICD-10.
J1565
RSV-ivig
HCPCS
Infant age specifications revised. 12/15/2009: Coding Section revised with 2010 CPT4 and HCPCS revisions. 08/21/2013: Policy revised to change the RSV season from October - February to October 31 - March 31. Deleted procedure codes J1565 and 90379 from the Code Reference section. 08/28/2015: Code Reference section updated for ICD-10.
90379
Rsv Ig, Iv
HCPCS
12/15/2009: Coding Section revised with 2010 CPT4 and HCPCS revisions. 08/21/2013: Policy revised to change the RSV season from October - February to October 31 - March 31. Deleted procedure codes J1565 and 90379 from the Code Reference section. 08/28/2015: Code Reference section updated for ICD-10. 05/31/2016: Policy number added.
J1565
RSV-ivig
HCPCS
12/15/2009: Coding Section revised with 2010 CPT4 and HCPCS revisions. 08/21/2013: Policy revised to change the RSV season from October - February to October 31 - March 31. Deleted procedure codes J1565 and 90379 from the Code Reference section. 08/28/2015: Code Reference section updated for ICD-10. 05/31/2016: Policy number added.
0379
Anesthesia - Other Anesthesia
RC
Deleted procedure codes J1565 and 90379 from the Code Reference section. 08/28/2015: Code Reference section updated for ICD-10. 05/31/2016: Policy number added. Policy Guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. SOURCE(S)A search of the literature was completed through the MEDLINE database.
L8604
SYRINGE DEFLUX INJ PREFILL 1ML GLASS
HCPCS
Post-operative UTI occurs more frequently in patients with persisting reflux, pre-operative BTI history and girls. The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
Q3031
Collagen skin test
HCPCS
Post-operative UTI occurs more frequently in patients with persisting reflux, pre-operative BTI history and girls. The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
78740
Ureteral reflux study
HCPCS
Post-operative UTI occurs more frequently in patients with persisting reflux, pre-operative BTI history and girls. The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
52327
PR CYSTO W/SUBURTRIC NJX IMPLT MATRL
HCPCS
Post-operative UTI occurs more frequently in patients with persisting reflux, pre-operative BTI history and girls. The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
74455
X-ray urethra/bladder
HCPCS
Post-operative UTI occurs more frequently in patients with persisting reflux, pre-operative BTI history and girls. The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
74450
X-ray urethra/bladder
HCPCS
Post-operative UTI occurs more frequently in patients with persisting reflux, pre-operative BTI history and girls. The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
L8606
SYRINGE DURASPHERE EXP 1ML
HCPCS
Post-operative UTI occurs more frequently in patients with persisting reflux, pre-operative BTI history and girls. The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
74420
Urography rtrgr +-kub
HCPCS
Post-operative UTI occurs more frequently in patients with persisting reflux, pre-operative BTI history and girls. The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
L8603
Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies
HCPCS
Post-operative UTI occurs more frequently in patients with persisting reflux, pre-operative BTI history and girls. The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
L8604
SYRINGE DEFLUX INJ PREFILL 1ML GLASS
HCPCS
The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
Q3031
Collagen skin test
HCPCS
The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
78740
Ureteral reflux study
HCPCS
The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
52327
PR CYSTO W/SUBURTRIC NJX IMPLT MATRL
HCPCS
The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
74455
X-ray urethra/bladder
HCPCS
The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
74450
X-ray urethra/bladder
HCPCS
The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
L8606
SYRINGE DURASPHERE EXP 1ML
HCPCS
The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
74420
Urography rtrgr +-kub
HCPCS
The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
L8603
Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies
HCPCS
The choice of one of the dextranomer-based substances did not affect the surgical outcome and post-operative UTI development. |CPT Codes / HCPCS Codes / ICD-10 Codes| |Information in the [brackets] below has been added for clarification purposes. Codes requiring a 7th character are represented by "+":| |ICD-10 codes will become effective as of October 1, 2015:| |CPT codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |52327||Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material| |Other CPT codes related to the CPB:| |74420||Urography, retrograde, with or without KUB| |74450||Urethrocystography, retrograde, radiological supervision and interpretation| |74455||Urethrocystography, voiding, radiological supervision and interpretation| |78740||Ureteral reflux study (radiopharmaceutical voiding cystogram)| |HCPCS codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |L8604||Injectable bulking agent, dextranomer / hyaluronic acid copolymer implant, urinary tract, 1 ml, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |L8606||Injectable bulking agent, synthetic implant, urinary tract, 1 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |Q3031||Collagen skin test| |HCPCS codes not covered for indications listed in the CPB:| |L8603||Injectable bulking agent, collagen implant, urinary tract, 2.5 ml syringe, includes shipping and necessary supplies| |ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met:| |N13.70 - N13.9||Vesicoureteral-reflux|
1996
Daily Hospital Management Of Epidural Or Subarachnoid Continuous Drug Administration
HCPCS
CMS is considering phasing out HCPCS. There are 3 levels within HCPCS: HCPCS Level 1 Consists of the American Medical Association's Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and is numeric (as opposed to alphabetic like the index). HCPCS Level 2 Level 2 consists of non-physician services such as ambulatory care and durable medical goods such as prosthetics. HCPCS Level 3 Level 3 consisted of state-level medical coding codesets. The HIPAA Act of 1996 required a nationwide standard for medical coding.
1996
Daily Hospital Management Of Epidural Or Subarachnoid Continuous Drug Administration
HCPCS
There are 3 levels within HCPCS: HCPCS Level 1 Consists of the American Medical Association's Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and is numeric (as opposed to alphabetic like the index). HCPCS Level 2 Level 2 consists of non-physician services such as ambulatory care and durable medical goods such as prosthetics. HCPCS Level 3 Level 3 consisted of state-level medical coding codesets. The HIPAA Act of 1996 required a nationwide standard for medical coding. As a result, level 3 was discontinued on December 31, 2003.
1996
Daily Hospital Management Of Epidural Or Subarachnoid Continuous Drug Administration
HCPCS
HCPCS Level 2 Level 2 consists of non-physician services such as ambulatory care and durable medical goods such as prosthetics. HCPCS Level 3 Level 3 consisted of state-level medical coding codesets. The HIPAA Act of 1996 required a nationwide standard for medical coding. As a result, level 3 was discontinued on December 31, 2003. Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) is an outpatient medical coding codeset that is copy-written by the American Medical Association.
1996
Daily Hospital Management Of Epidural Or Subarachnoid Continuous Drug Administration
HCPCS
HCPCS Level 3 Level 3 consisted of state-level medical coding codesets. The HIPAA Act of 1996 required a nationwide standard for medical coding. As a result, level 3 was discontinued on December 31, 2003. Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) is an outpatient medical coding codeset that is copy-written by the American Medical Association. Despite CPT's widespread use, you have to pay high licensing fees to use the CPT codeset.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 medical practitioners practicing in relevant clinical areas and any other relevant factors. 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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 must improve the net health outcome, and the technology must be as beneficial as any established alternative and the improvement must be attainable outside the testing/investigational setting. 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated.
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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
G0340
Robt lin-radsurg fractx 2-5
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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
31287
PR NASAL/SINUS ENDOSCOPY W/SPHENOIDOTOMY
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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
G0339
Robot lin-radsurg com, first
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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
31276
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC W/RMVL TISS FROM FRONTAL 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
S8030
Tantalum ring application
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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
31290
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC RPR CEREBRSP FLUID LEAK ETHMOID
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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
31256
PR NASAL/SINUS ENDOSCOPY W/MAXILLARY ANTROSTOMY
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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
31267
PR NSL/SINUS NDSC MAX ANTROST W/RMVL TISS MAX 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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
61795
Brain surgery using computer
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 for early stage, surgically inoperable non-small cell lung cancer. 9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted.
31254
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC W/PARTIAL ETHMOIDECTOMY
HCPCS
9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted. ICD9 procedure codes 92.31, 92.32, 92.33, 92.39 deleted.
31294
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC SURG W/OPTIC NERVE DCMPRN
HCPCS
9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted. ICD9 procedure codes 92.31, 92.32, 92.33, 92.39 deleted.
61548
Removal of pituitary gland
HCPCS
9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted. ICD9 procedure codes 92.31, 92.32, 92.33, 92.39 deleted.
31288
PR NSL/SINUS NDSC SPHENDT RMVL TISS SPHENOID SINUS
HCPCS
9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted. ICD9 procedure codes 92.31, 92.32, 92.33, 92.39 deleted.
G0340
Robt lin-radsurg fractx 2-5
HCPCS
9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted. ICD9 procedure codes 92.31, 92.32, 92.33, 92.39 deleted.
31287
PR NASAL/SINUS ENDOSCOPY W/SPHENOIDOTOMY
HCPCS
9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted. ICD9 procedure codes 92.31, 92.32, 92.33, 92.39 deleted.
G0339
Robot lin-radsurg com, first
HCPCS
9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted. ICD9 procedure codes 92.31, 92.32, 92.33, 92.39 deleted.
31276
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC W/RMVL TISS FROM FRONTAL SINUS
HCPCS
9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted. ICD9 procedure codes 92.31, 92.32, 92.33, 92.39 deleted.
S8030
Tantalum ring application
HCPCS
9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted. ICD9 procedure codes 92.31, 92.32, 92.33, 92.39 deleted.
31290
PR NASAL/SINUS NDSC RPR CEREBRSP FLUID LEAK ETHMOID
HCPCS
9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted. ICD9 procedure codes 92.31, 92.32, 92.33, 92.39 deleted.
31256
PR NASAL/SINUS ENDOSCOPY W/MAXILLARY ANTROSTOMY
HCPCS
9/5/2001: Trigeminal Neuralgia refractory to medical management added as covered indication 2/13/2002: Investigational definition added 3/5/2002: Prior authorization added 3/12/2002: New 2002 codes added 5/8/2002: Type of Service and Place of Service deleted 9/20/2002: Policy reviewed, Hayes report number added 12/4/2002: Hayes report number deleted 12/11/2002: HCPCS S8030 added 1/17/2003: Policy section updated 3/7/2003: Code Reference section updated 8/20/2003: ICD-9 procedure code range 92.30-92.39 listed separately, ICD-9 diagnosis code ranges 162.0-162.9, 191.0-191.9 listed separately 6/3/2004: HCPCS G0338, G0339, G0340 added to covered codes 2/11/2005: CPT code 61795 Note: "It is appropriate for providers to report 61795 when performed in conjunction with ENT, head, and neck procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgeries (FESS). Some examples would include those procedures described by codes 31254-31256, 31267, 31276, 31287, 31288, 31290-31294, and 61548" added, for clarification of CPT code 61795 "Note" added to See "Policy"section for specific coverage of Stereotactic Radiosurgery 3/14/2006: Coding updated. HCPCS 2005 revisions added to policy 7/20/2006: Policy reviewed, prior authorization removed 8/18/2006: Policy and description rewritten and clarified; investigational status of extracranial sites added 9/5/2006: Code reference section udpated. CPT code 61795 deleted. ICD9 procedure codes 92.31, 92.32, 92.33, 92.39 deleted.