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E0731
Form fitting conductive garment for delivery of tens or nmes (with conductive fibers separated from the patient''s skin by layers of fabric)
HCPCS
ICD-9 procedure codes 76.2, 76.73-76.76, 76.91, 76.92, 80.19 removed from covered table. ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches.
S8262
MANDIB ORTHO REPOSITION DEVICE EACH
CPT
ICD-9 procedure codes 76.2, 76.73-76.76, 76.91, 76.92, 80.19 removed from covered table. ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches.
D5225
PR MAXILLARY PARTIAL DENTURE FLEX BASE
HCPCS
ICD-9 procedure codes 76.2, 76.73-76.76, 76.91, 76.92, 80.19 removed from covered table. ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches.
D2971
PR ADD PROC NEW CROWN XST PART DENTURE
HCPCS
ICD-9 procedure codes 76.2, 76.73-76.76, 76.91, 76.92, 80.19 removed from covered table. ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches.
D2934
PR PREFB ESTHET COAT STNLSS STEEL CRWN
HCPCS
ICD-9 procedure codes 76.2, 76.73-76.76, 76.91, 76.92, 80.19 removed from covered table. ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches.
E0936
CPM device, other than knee
HCPCS
ICD-9 procedure codes 76.2, 76.73-76.76, 76.91, 76.92, 80.19 removed from covered table. ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches.
D5226
PR MANDIBULAR PART DENTURE FLEX BASE
HCPCS
ICD-9 procedure codes 76.2, 76.73-76.76, 76.91, 76.92, 80.19 removed from covered table. ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches.
D2970
Temp crown (fractured tooth)
HCPCS
ICD-9 procedure codes 76.2, 76.73-76.76, 76.91, 76.92, 80.19 removed from covered table. ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches.
D0290
Skull/facial bone image
HCPCS
ICD-9 procedure codes 76.2, 76.73-76.76, 76.91, 76.92, 80.19 removed from covered table. ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches.
A4595
TENS suppl 2 lead per month
HCPCS
ICD-9 procedure codes 76.2, 76.73-76.76, 76.91, 76.92, 80.19 removed from covered table. ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches.
D7995
Synthetic graft facial bones
HCPCS
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
A4630
Repl bat t.e.n.s. own by pt
HCPCS
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
D2940
PR PROTECTIVE RESTORATION
HCPCS
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
D2915
Recement cast or prefab post
HCPCS
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
E0731
Form fitting conductive garment for delivery of tens or nmes (with conductive fibers separated from the patient''s skin by layers of fabric)
HCPCS
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
S8262
MANDIB ORTHO REPOSITION DEVICE EACH
CPT
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
D5225
PR MAXILLARY PARTIAL DENTURE FLEX BASE
HCPCS
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
D2971
PR ADD PROC NEW CROWN XST PART DENTURE
HCPCS
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
D2934
PR PREFB ESTHET COAT STNLSS STEEL CRWN
HCPCS
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
E0936
CPM device, other than knee
HCPCS
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
D5226
PR MANDIBULAR PART DENTURE FLEX BASE
HCPCS
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
D2970
Temp crown (fractured tooth)
HCPCS
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
D0290
Skull/facial bone image
HCPCS
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
A4595
TENS suppl 2 lead per month
HCPCS
ICD-9 diagnosis codes 170.9 and 198.5 removed from covered table. HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment.
D7995
Synthetic graft facial bones
HCPCS
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
A4630
Repl bat t.e.n.s. own by pt
HCPCS
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
D2940
PR PROTECTIVE RESTORATION
HCPCS
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
D2915
Recement cast or prefab post
HCPCS
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
E0731
Form fitting conductive garment for delivery of tens or nmes (with conductive fibers separated from the patient''s skin by layers of fabric)
HCPCS
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
S8262
MANDIB ORTHO REPOSITION DEVICE EACH
CPT
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
D5225
PR MAXILLARY PARTIAL DENTURE FLEX BASE
HCPCS
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
D2971
PR ADD PROC NEW CROWN XST PART DENTURE
HCPCS
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
D2934
PR PREFB ESTHET COAT STNLSS STEEL CRWN
HCPCS
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
E0936
CPM device, other than knee
HCPCS
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
D5226
PR MANDIBULAR PART DENTURE FLEX BASE
HCPCS
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
D2970
Temp crown (fractured tooth)
HCPCS
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
D0290
Skull/facial bone image
HCPCS
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
A4595
TENS suppl 2 lead per month
HCPCS
HCPCS D0290, D7995, and S8262 removed from covered. HCPCS A4595, A4630, D2915, D2934, D2970, D2971, D5225, D5226, D2940, E0731, E0936 added to non-covered table. 12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table.
64570
Remove vagus n eltrd
HCPCS
12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table. 03/07/2011: Added new CPT codes 64568, 64569, and 64570 to the Code Reference section. 09/23/2011: Clarified policy statement regarding ultrasound.
64568
PR OPEN IMPLANTATION CRANIAL NERVE NEA & PULSE GEN
HCPCS
12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table. 03/07/2011: Added new CPT codes 64568, 64569, and 64570 to the Code Reference section. 09/23/2011: Clarified policy statement regarding ultrasound.
64569
Revise/repl vagus n eltrd
HCPCS
12/31/2008: Code reference section updated per 2009 CPT/HCPCS revisions 07/08/2010: Policy description updated regarding etiology and treatment approaches. Policy statement revised to acupuncture as an investigational non-surgical treatment. 10/19/2010: Annual ICD-9 code update: added new code 784.92 to the Covered Codes table. 03/07/2011: Added new CPT codes 64568, 64569, and 64570 to the Code Reference section. 09/23/2011: Clarified policy statement regarding ultrasound.
S8262
MANDIB ORTHO REPOSITION DEVICE EACH
CPT
Medical Necessity documentation and a treatment plan, including charges for each service, must be submitted to and approved prior to the commencement of treatment. No benefits will be provided for temporomandibular joint disorder when a Member receives services from a Non-Network Provider. Added CPT codes D0368, D0384, and S8262 to the Covered Codes table. Removed deleted CPT code D0360 from the Code Reference section. 09/19/2014: Policy reviewed; description updated.
S8262
MANDIB ORTHO REPOSITION DEVICE EACH
CPT
No benefits will be provided for temporomandibular joint disorder when a Member receives services from a Non-Network Provider. Added CPT codes D0368, D0384, and S8262 to the Covered Codes table. Removed deleted CPT code D0360 from the Code Reference section. 09/19/2014: Policy reviewed; description updated. Policy statement unchanged.
E0485
Oral device/appliance prefab
HCPCS
Added the following new 2015 CPT code(s) to the Code Reference section: 20606. 09/01/2015: Code Reference section updated for ICD-10. Extended ICD-9 diagnosis code 524.8 to the fifth digit as 524.81, 524.82, and 524.89. Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table.
E0486
Oral device/appliance cusfab
HCPCS
Added the following new 2015 CPT code(s) to the Code Reference section: 20606. 09/01/2015: Code Reference section updated for ICD-10. Extended ICD-9 diagnosis code 524.8 to the fifth digit as 524.81, 524.82, and 524.89. Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table.
20606
PROFEE ARTHROCENTESIS OR INJ JNT OR BURS
HCPCS
Added the following new 2015 CPT code(s) to the Code Reference section: 20606. 09/01/2015: Code Reference section updated for ICD-10. Extended ICD-9 diagnosis code 524.8 to the fifth digit as 524.81, 524.82, and 524.89. Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table.
E0485
Oral device/appliance prefab
HCPCS
09/01/2015: Code Reference section updated for ICD-10. Extended ICD-9 diagnosis code 524.8 to the fifth digit as 524.81, 524.82, and 524.89. Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions.
E0486
Oral device/appliance cusfab
HCPCS
09/01/2015: Code Reference section updated for ICD-10. Extended ICD-9 diagnosis code 524.8 to the fifth digit as 524.81, 524.82, and 524.89. Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions.
E0485
Oral device/appliance prefab
HCPCS
Extended ICD-9 diagnosis code 524.8 to the fifth digit as 524.81, 524.82, and 524.89. Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875.
D5660
PR ADD CLASP XST PRT DENTURE-PER TOOTH
HCPCS
Extended ICD-9 diagnosis code 524.8 to the fifth digit as 524.81, 524.82, and 524.89. Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875.
E0486
Oral device/appliance cusfab
HCPCS
Extended ICD-9 diagnosis code 524.8 to the fifth digit as 524.81, 524.82, and 524.89. Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875.
D5875
Prosthesis modification
HCPCS
Extended ICD-9 diagnosis code 524.8 to the fifth digit as 524.81, 524.82, and 524.89. Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875.
D0340
PR 2D CEPHALOMET X-RAY-ACQN MSR&ANALY
HCPCS
Extended ICD-9 diagnosis code 524.8 to the fifth digit as 524.81, 524.82, and 524.89. Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875.
D5630
Rep partial denture clasp
HCPCS
Extended ICD-9 diagnosis code 524.8 to the fifth digit as 524.81, 524.82, and 524.89. Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875.
E0485
Oral device/appliance prefab
HCPCS
Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices.
D5660
PR ADD CLASP XST PRT DENTURE-PER TOOTH
HCPCS
Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices.
E0486
Oral device/appliance cusfab
HCPCS
Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices.
D5875
Prosthesis modification
HCPCS
Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices.
D0340
PR 2D CEPHALOMET X-RAY-ACQN MSR&ANALY
HCPCS
Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices.
D5630
Rep partial denture clasp
HCPCS
Removed the following ICD-9 procedure codes from the Not Medically Necessary/Investigational Codes table: 87.17, 93.04, 93.05, 93.34, and 93.35. 09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices.
E0485
Oral device/appliance prefab
HCPCS
09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices. Policy statement unchanged.
D5660
PR ADD CLASP XST PRT DENTURE-PER TOOTH
HCPCS
09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices. Policy statement unchanged.
E0486
Oral device/appliance cusfab
HCPCS
09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices. Policy statement unchanged.
D5875
Prosthesis modification
HCPCS
09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices. Policy statement unchanged.
D0340
PR 2D CEPHALOMET X-RAY-ACQN MSR&ANALY
HCPCS
09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices. Policy statement unchanged.
D5630
Rep partial denture clasp
HCPCS
09/14/2015: Added HCPCS codes E0485 and E0486 to the Covered Codes table. 12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices. Policy statement unchanged.
D5660
PR ADD CLASP XST PRT DENTURE-PER TOOTH
HCPCS
12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices. Policy statement unchanged. SOURCE(S)Blue Cross Blue Shield Association policy # 2.01.21 CODE REFERENCEThis may not be a comprehensive list of procedure codes applicable to this policy.
0340
Nuclear Medicine - General Classification
RC
12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices. Policy statement unchanged. SOURCE(S)Blue Cross Blue Shield Association policy # 2.01.21 CODE REFERENCEThis may not be a comprehensive list of procedure codes applicable to this policy.
D5875
Prosthesis modification
HCPCS
12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices. Policy statement unchanged. SOURCE(S)Blue Cross Blue Shield Association policy # 2.01.21 CODE REFERENCEThis may not be a comprehensive list of procedure codes applicable to this policy.
D0340
PR 2D CEPHALOMET X-RAY-ACQN MSR&ANALY
HCPCS
12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices. Policy statement unchanged. SOURCE(S)Blue Cross Blue Shield Association policy # 2.01.21 CODE REFERENCEThis may not be a comprehensive list of procedure codes applicable to this policy.
D5630
Rep partial denture clasp
HCPCS
12/31/2015: Policy guidelines updated to add medically necessary and investigative definitions. Code Reference section updated to revise the descriptions for the following HCPCS codes: D0340, D5630, D5660, and D5875. 02/19/2016: Policy description updated regarding devices. Policy statement unchanged. SOURCE(S)Blue Cross Blue Shield Association policy # 2.01.21 CODE REFERENCEThis may not be a comprehensive list of procedure codes applicable to this policy.
0230
Incremental Nursing Charge - General Classification
RC
SOURCE(S)Blue Cross Blue Shield Association policy # 2.01.21 CODE REFERENCEThis may not be a comprehensive list of procedure codes applicable to this policy. The code(s) listed below are ONLY medically necessary if the procedure is performed according to the "Policy" section of this document. Arthroscopy, temporomandibular joint, diagnostic, with or without synovial biopsy (separate procedure) 64550, 64553, 64555, 64560, 64561, 64565, 64568, 64569, 64570, 64573, 64575, 64577, 64580, 64581, 64585, 64590, 64595 Unlisted ultrasound procedure Individual psychophysiological therapy incorporating biofeedback training by any modality (face-to-face with the patient), with psychotherapy code range Biofeedback training by any modality Needle electromyography; cranial nerve supplied muscle(s), unilateral Needle electromyography; cranial nerve supplied muscles, bilateral Short-Latency somatosensory evoked potential study, stimulation of any/all peripheral nerves or skin sites, recording from the central nervous system; in the trunk or head Neuromuscular junction testing (repetitive stimulation, paired stimuli), each nerve, any one method Unlisted neurological or neuromuscular diagnostic procedure Comprehensive computer-based motion analysis by video-taping and 3-D kinematics; Comprehensive computer-based motion analysis by video-taping and 3-D kinematics; with dynamic plantar pressure measurements during walking Dynamic surface electromyography, during walking or other functional activities, 1-12 muscles Dynamic fine wire electromyography, during walking or other functional activities, 1 muscle Physician review and interpretation of comprehensive computer based motion analysis, dynamic plantar pressure measurements, dynamic surface electromyography during walking or other functional activities, and dynamic fine wire electromyography, with written report Application of a modality to one or more areas; hot or cold packs Applicaton of a modality to one or more areas; traction, mechanical Application of a modality to one or more areas; electrical stimulation (unattended) Application of a modality to one or more areas; diathermy (eg, microwave) Application of a modality to one or more areas; infrared Application of a modality to one or more areas, electrical stimulation (manual), each 15 minutes Application of a modality to one or more areas; iontophoresis, each 15 minutes Application of a modality to one or more areas; ultrasound, each 15 minutes Unlisted modality (specify type and time if constant attendance) Therapeutic procedure, one or more areas, each 15 minutes; therapeutic exercises to develop strength and endurance, range of motion and flexibility Therapeutic procedure, one or more areas, each 15 minutes; neuromuscular reeducation of movement, balance, coordination, kinesthetic sense, posture, and/or proprioception for sitting and/or standing activities Manual therapy techniques (eg, mobilization/manipulation, manual lymphatic drainage, manual traction), one or more regions, each 15 minutes Therapeutic activities, direct (one-on-one) patient contact by the provider (use of dynamic activities to improve functional performance), each 15 minutes Unlisted physical medicine/rehabilitation service or procedure Electrical stimulator supplies, 2 lead, per month (e.g. TENS, NMES) Replacement batteries. Medically necessary transcutaneous electrical stimulator, owned by patient D0210, D0220, D0230 Intraoral x-rays code range D1510, D1515, D1520, D1525, D1550 Space maintainers code range Removal of fixed space maintainer D2140, D2150, D2160, D2161, D2330, D2331, D2332 Amalgam restorations code range D2335, D2390, D2391, D2392, D2393, D2394 Resin-based composite restorations code range D2410, D2420, D2430 Gold foil restorations code range D2510, D2520, D2530 Inlay - metallic restorations code range D2542, D2543, D2544 Onlay – metallic restorations code range D2610, D2620, D2630 Inlay - porcelain/ceramic restorations code range D2642, D2643, D2644 Onlay - porcelain/ceramic restorations code range D2650, D2651, D2652 Inlay - resin-based composite composite/resin restorations code range D2662, D2663, D2664 Onlay - resin-based composite composite/resin restorations code range D2710, D2720, D2721, D2722, D2740, D2750, D2751, D2752, D2780, D2781, D2782, D2783, D2790, D2791, D2792, D2799 Crowns code range Recement cast or prefabricated post and core D2930, D2931, D2932, D2933, D2934 Prefabricated stainless steel crowns code range Core buildup, including any pins Pin retention - per tooth, in addition to restoration Post and core in addition to crown, indirectly fabricated Each additional indirectly fabricated post - same tooth Prefabricated post and core in addition to crown Post removal (not in conjunction with endodontic therapy) Each additional prefabricated post - same tooth D2960, D2961, D2962 Labial veneer restorations code range Temporary crown (fractured tooth) (D2970 deleted 12/31/2015) Crown repair, by report Unspecified restorative procedure, by report Anatomical crown exposure - four or more contiguous teeth per quadrant Anatomical crown exposure - one to three teeth per quadrant D5110, D5120, D5130, D5140, D5211, D5212, D5213, D5214, D5225, D5226, D5281 Complete and partial dentures code range D5410, D5411, D5421, D5422 Adjustments to removal prostheses code range Repair broken complete denture base Replace missing or broken teeth - complete denture (each tooth) D5610, D5620, D5630, D5640, D5650, D5660, D5670, D5671 Repair to partial dentures (D5630 and D5660 revised 01/01/2016) D5710, D5711, D5720, D5721 Denture rebase procedures code range D5730, D5731, D5740, D5741, D5750, D5751, D5760, D5761 Denture reline procedures D5810, D5811, D5820, D5821 Interim prothesis code range D5850, D5851, D5860, D5861, D5862, D5867, D5875, D5899 Other removable prosthetic services (D5875 revised 01/01/2016) Recement implant/abutment supported crown Recement implant/abutment supported fixed partial denture Arthroscopy, diagnostic with or without biopsy D8010, D8020, D8030, D8040, D8050, D8060, D8070, D8080, D8090, D8210, D8220, D8660, D8670, D8680, D8690, D8691, D8692, D8693, D8999 Other orthodontic treatment code range Heat lamp, without stand (table model), includes bulb, or infrared element Heat lamp, with stand, includes bulb, or infrared element Infrared heating pad system TENS device, two lead, localized stimulation TENS device; four or more leads, for multiple nerve stimulation Form-fitting conductive garment for delivery of TENS or NMES (with conductive fibers separated from the patient's skin by layers of fabric) Electromyography (emg), biofeedback device Continuous passive motion exercise device, not otherwise specified Hyaluronan or derivative code range Surface electromyography (emg) Other diagnostic procedures on facial bones and joints (Arthroscopy) Inspection of Right Temporomandibular Joint, Open Approach Inspection of Right Temporomandibular Joint, Percutaneous Approach Inspection of Right Temporomandibular Joint, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach Inspection of Right Temporomandibular Joint, External Approach Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, Open Approach Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, Percutaneous Approach Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, External Approach
0210
Other Inpatient
RC
SOURCE(S)Blue Cross Blue Shield Association policy # 2.01.21 CODE REFERENCEThis may not be a comprehensive list of procedure codes applicable to this policy. The code(s) listed below are ONLY medically necessary if the procedure is performed according to the "Policy" section of this document. Arthroscopy, temporomandibular joint, diagnostic, with or without synovial biopsy (separate procedure) 64550, 64553, 64555, 64560, 64561, 64565, 64568, 64569, 64570, 64573, 64575, 64577, 64580, 64581, 64585, 64590, 64595 Unlisted ultrasound procedure Individual psychophysiological therapy incorporating biofeedback training by any modality (face-to-face with the patient), with psychotherapy code range Biofeedback training by any modality Needle electromyography; cranial nerve supplied muscle(s), unilateral Needle electromyography; cranial nerve supplied muscles, bilateral Short-Latency somatosensory evoked potential study, stimulation of any/all peripheral nerves or skin sites, recording from the central nervous system; in the trunk or head Neuromuscular junction testing (repetitive stimulation, paired stimuli), each nerve, any one method Unlisted neurological or neuromuscular diagnostic procedure Comprehensive computer-based motion analysis by video-taping and 3-D kinematics; Comprehensive computer-based motion analysis by video-taping and 3-D kinematics; with dynamic plantar pressure measurements during walking Dynamic surface electromyography, during walking or other functional activities, 1-12 muscles Dynamic fine wire electromyography, during walking or other functional activities, 1 muscle Physician review and interpretation of comprehensive computer based motion analysis, dynamic plantar pressure measurements, dynamic surface electromyography during walking or other functional activities, and dynamic fine wire electromyography, with written report Application of a modality to one or more areas; hot or cold packs Applicaton of a modality to one or more areas; traction, mechanical Application of a modality to one or more areas; electrical stimulation (unattended) Application of a modality to one or more areas; diathermy (eg, microwave) Application of a modality to one or more areas; infrared Application of a modality to one or more areas, electrical stimulation (manual), each 15 minutes Application of a modality to one or more areas; iontophoresis, each 15 minutes Application of a modality to one or more areas; ultrasound, each 15 minutes Unlisted modality (specify type and time if constant attendance) Therapeutic procedure, one or more areas, each 15 minutes; therapeutic exercises to develop strength and endurance, range of motion and flexibility Therapeutic procedure, one or more areas, each 15 minutes; neuromuscular reeducation of movement, balance, coordination, kinesthetic sense, posture, and/or proprioception for sitting and/or standing activities Manual therapy techniques (eg, mobilization/manipulation, manual lymphatic drainage, manual traction), one or more regions, each 15 minutes Therapeutic activities, direct (one-on-one) patient contact by the provider (use of dynamic activities to improve functional performance), each 15 minutes Unlisted physical medicine/rehabilitation service or procedure Electrical stimulator supplies, 2 lead, per month (e.g. TENS, NMES) Replacement batteries. Medically necessary transcutaneous electrical stimulator, owned by patient D0210, D0220, D0230 Intraoral x-rays code range D1510, D1515, D1520, D1525, D1550 Space maintainers code range Removal of fixed space maintainer D2140, D2150, D2160, D2161, D2330, D2331, D2332 Amalgam restorations code range D2335, D2390, D2391, D2392, D2393, D2394 Resin-based composite restorations code range D2410, D2420, D2430 Gold foil restorations code range D2510, D2520, D2530 Inlay - metallic restorations code range D2542, D2543, D2544 Onlay – metallic restorations code range D2610, D2620, D2630 Inlay - porcelain/ceramic restorations code range D2642, D2643, D2644 Onlay - porcelain/ceramic restorations code range D2650, D2651, D2652 Inlay - resin-based composite composite/resin restorations code range D2662, D2663, D2664 Onlay - resin-based composite composite/resin restorations code range D2710, D2720, D2721, D2722, D2740, D2750, D2751, D2752, D2780, D2781, D2782, D2783, D2790, D2791, D2792, D2799 Crowns code range Recement cast or prefabricated post and core D2930, D2931, D2932, D2933, D2934 Prefabricated stainless steel crowns code range Core buildup, including any pins Pin retention - per tooth, in addition to restoration Post and core in addition to crown, indirectly fabricated Each additional indirectly fabricated post - same tooth Prefabricated post and core in addition to crown Post removal (not in conjunction with endodontic therapy) Each additional prefabricated post - same tooth D2960, D2961, D2962 Labial veneer restorations code range Temporary crown (fractured tooth) (D2970 deleted 12/31/2015) Crown repair, by report Unspecified restorative procedure, by report Anatomical crown exposure - four or more contiguous teeth per quadrant Anatomical crown exposure - one to three teeth per quadrant D5110, D5120, D5130, D5140, D5211, D5212, D5213, D5214, D5225, D5226, D5281 Complete and partial dentures code range D5410, D5411, D5421, D5422 Adjustments to removal prostheses code range Repair broken complete denture base Replace missing or broken teeth - complete denture (each tooth) D5610, D5620, D5630, D5640, D5650, D5660, D5670, D5671 Repair to partial dentures (D5630 and D5660 revised 01/01/2016) D5710, D5711, D5720, D5721 Denture rebase procedures code range D5730, D5731, D5740, D5741, D5750, D5751, D5760, D5761 Denture reline procedures D5810, D5811, D5820, D5821 Interim prothesis code range D5850, D5851, D5860, D5861, D5862, D5867, D5875, D5899 Other removable prosthetic services (D5875 revised 01/01/2016) Recement implant/abutment supported crown Recement implant/abutment supported fixed partial denture Arthroscopy, diagnostic with or without biopsy D8010, D8020, D8030, D8040, D8050, D8060, D8070, D8080, D8090, D8210, D8220, D8660, D8670, D8680, D8690, D8691, D8692, D8693, D8999 Other orthodontic treatment code range Heat lamp, without stand (table model), includes bulb, or infrared element Heat lamp, with stand, includes bulb, or infrared element Infrared heating pad system TENS device, two lead, localized stimulation TENS device; four or more leads, for multiple nerve stimulation Form-fitting conductive garment for delivery of TENS or NMES (with conductive fibers separated from the patient's skin by layers of fabric) Electromyography (emg), biofeedback device Continuous passive motion exercise device, not otherwise specified Hyaluronan or derivative code range Surface electromyography (emg) Other diagnostic procedures on facial bones and joints (Arthroscopy) Inspection of Right Temporomandibular Joint, Open Approach Inspection of Right Temporomandibular Joint, Percutaneous Approach Inspection of Right Temporomandibular Joint, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach Inspection of Right Temporomandibular Joint, External Approach Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, Open Approach Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, Percutaneous Approach Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, External Approach
G0358
IV PUSH TECHNIQUE EACH ADD SUBSTANCE/DRUG
HCPCS
Investigative service is defined as the use of any treatment procedure, facility, equipment, drug, device, or supply not yet recognized by certifying boards and/or approving or licensing agencies or published peer review criteria as standard, effective medical practice for the treatment of the condition being treated and as such therefore is not considered medically necessary. The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated.
G0360
Each additional hr 1-8 hrs
HCPCS
Investigative service is defined as the use of any treatment procedure, facility, equipment, drug, device, or supply not yet recognized by certifying boards and/or approving or licensing agencies or published peer review criteria as standard, effective medical practice for the treatment of the condition being treated and as such therefore is not considered medically necessary. The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated.
G0363
IRRIG IMPLANTED VENOUS ACESS DEVICE DRUG DEL SYS
HCPCS
Investigative service is defined as the use of any treatment procedure, facility, equipment, drug, device, or supply not yet recognized by certifying boards and/or approving or licensing agencies or published peer review criteria as standard, effective medical practice for the treatment of the condition being treated and as such therefore is not considered medically necessary. The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated.
J9000
INJECTION, DOXORUBICIN HYDROCHLORIDE, 10 MG
HCPCS
Investigative service is defined as the use of any treatment procedure, facility, equipment, drug, device, or supply not yet recognized by certifying boards and/or approving or licensing agencies or published peer review criteria as standard, effective medical practice for the treatment of the condition being treated and as such therefore is not considered medically necessary. The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated.
G0364
HC BONE MARROW ASPIRATE & BIOPSY
HCPCS
Investigative service is defined as the use of any treatment procedure, facility, equipment, drug, device, or supply not yet recognized by certifying boards and/or approving or licensing agencies or published peer review criteria as standard, effective medical practice for the treatment of the condition being treated and as such therefore is not considered medically necessary. The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated.
G0362
Each add sequential infusion
HCPCS
Investigative service is defined as the use of any treatment procedure, facility, equipment, drug, device, or supply not yet recognized by certifying boards and/or approving or licensing agencies or published peer review criteria as standard, effective medical practice for the treatment of the condition being treated and as such therefore is not considered medically necessary. The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated.
J9999
Not otherwise classified, antineoplastic drugs
HCPCS
Investigative service is defined as the use of any treatment procedure, facility, equipment, drug, device, or supply not yet recognized by certifying boards and/or approving or licensing agencies or published peer review criteria as standard, effective medical practice for the treatment of the condition being treated and as such therefore is not considered medically necessary. The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated.
G0359
Chemotherapy IV one hr initi
HCPCS
Investigative service is defined as the use of any treatment procedure, facility, equipment, drug, device, or supply not yet recognized by certifying boards and/or approving or licensing agencies or published peer review criteria as standard, effective medical practice for the treatment of the condition being treated and as such therefore is not considered medically necessary. The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated.
38230
PR BONE MARROW HARVEST TRANSPLANTATION ALLOGENEIC
HCPCS
Investigative service is defined as the use of any treatment procedure, facility, equipment, drug, device, or supply not yet recognized by certifying boards and/or approving or licensing agencies or published peer review criteria as standard, effective medical practice for the treatment of the condition being treated and as such therefore is not considered medically necessary. The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated.
G0361
Prolong chemo infuse>8hrs pu
HCPCS
Investigative service is defined as the use of any treatment procedure, facility, equipment, drug, device, or supply not yet recognized by certifying boards and/or approving or licensing agencies or published peer review criteria as standard, effective medical practice for the treatment of the condition being treated and as such therefore is not considered medically necessary. The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated.
G0357
IV PUSH TECHNIQUE SINGLE/INIT SUBSTANCE/DRUG
HCPCS
Investigative service is defined as the use of any treatment procedure, facility, equipment, drug, device, or supply not yet recognized by certifying boards and/or approving or licensing agencies or published peer review criteria as standard, effective medical practice for the treatment of the condition being treated and as such therefore is not considered medically necessary. The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated.
G0356
HORMONAL ANTINEOPLASTIC
HCPCS
Investigative service is defined as the use of any treatment procedure, facility, equipment, drug, device, or supply not yet recognized by certifying boards and/or approving or licensing agencies or published peer review criteria as standard, effective medical practice for the treatment of the condition being treated and as such therefore is not considered medically necessary. The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated.
G0355
CHEMO ADMN SUBQ/IM NONHORMONAL ANTINEOPLASTIC
HCPCS
Investigative service is defined as the use of any treatment procedure, facility, equipment, drug, device, or supply not yet recognized by certifying boards and/or approving or licensing agencies or published peer review criteria as standard, effective medical practice for the treatment of the condition being treated and as such therefore is not considered medically necessary. The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated.
G0358
IV PUSH TECHNIQUE EACH ADD SUBSTANCE/DRUG
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.
86826
Hla x-match noncytotoxc addl
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.
86825
X-MATCHAHG
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.
G0360
Each additional hr 1-8 hrs
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.
G0363
IRRIG IMPLANTED VENOUS ACESS DEVICE DRUG DEL SYS
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.
J9000
INJECTION, DOXORUBICIN HYDROCHLORIDE, 10 MG
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.
G0364
HC BONE MARROW ASPIRATE & BIOPSY
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.
G0362
Each add sequential infusion
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.
J9999
Not otherwise classified, antineoplastic drugs
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.
G0359
Chemotherapy IV one hr initi
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.
38230
PR BONE MARROW HARVEST TRANSPLANTATION ALLOGENEIC
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.
G0361
Prolong chemo infuse>8hrs pu
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.
G0357
IV PUSH TECHNIQUE SINGLE/INIT SUBSTANCE/DRUG
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.
G0356
HORMONAL ANTINEOPLASTIC
HCPCS
The coverage guidelines outlined in the Medical Policy Manual should not be used in lieu of the Member's specific benefit plan language. POLICY HISTORY3/25/2004: Approved by Medical Policy Advisory Committee (MPAC) to be aligned with BCBSA policy # 8.01.31 6/25/2004: Code Reference section completed 11/18/2004: Reviewed by MPAC; no changes 10/26/2005: Code Reference section updated, CPT-4 codes 38230 added; HCPCS codes G0355, G0356, G0357, G0358, G0359, G0360, G0361, G0362, G0363, G0364 added; J9000-J9999 deleted; ICD-9 Procedure codes 41.00, 41.01, 41.02, 41.03, 41.09 added 3/10/2006: Coding updated. CPT4/HCPCS 2006 revisions added to policy. 9/18/2007: Policy reviewed, no changes 12/20/2007: Coding updated per 2008 CPT/HCPCS revisions 8/22/2008: Description section updated; policy statement unchanged 4/8/2010: Code Reference section updated. CPT code 86825 and 86826 added to non-covered table.