ADR (Additional documentation requests)
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Vein ablation and related services
Vein ablation and related services; some patients may want varicose vein treatment for cosmetic reasons. Medicare does not cover...
Implantation of Spinal Neurostimulator
CMS covers the implantation of central nervous system stimulators as a therapy for the relief of chronic intractable pain.
Panniculectomy, excision of excess skin and subcutaneous tissue (including lipectomy), and related services
Effective for dates of service July 1, 2020, and after, hospital outpatient department (HOPD) providers will need to obtain...
Cervical fusion with disc removal
Effective for dates of service July 1, 2021, and after, hospital outpatient department (HOPD) providers will need to obtain...
Hospital outpatient department (OPD) prior authorization exemption process
Hospital outpatient departments (OPDs) who demonstrate compliance with Medicare coverage, coding, and payment rules related to...
Repetitive scheduled non-emergency ambulance transport prior authorization claims submission guidelines
Follow this instructions to learn how to file a claim once you received the unique tracking number (UTN) related to the prior...
Targeted probe and educate (TPE) round results: Endovascular cardiac valve replacement and supplement procedure (DRG 266 & 267)
Review the top denial/partial denial reasons and high-level results from each round of DRG 226 and 267 TPE.
Targeted probe and educate (TPE) round results: End stage renal disease (ESRD) (CPT 90960)
View targeted probe and educate (TPE) round results for end stage renal disease (ESRD).
Skilled nursing facility (SNF) 5-claim probe and educate (P&E) review
View this article for information concerning requirements of change request 13164.