Cardiology articles
Cardiac lithotripsy: A modern approach to coronary artery calcification
In September 2025, a multi-jurisdictional evidentiary Contractor Advisory Committee (CAC) convened to review the clinical evidence and expert perspectives on coronary intravascular lithotripsy (IVL…
Medicare coverage of driveline kits for ventricular assist devices (VADs)
Documentation is required to process claims for ventricular assist device (VAD) supplies. View this article regarding coverage of driveline kits and to avoid delays when billing VAD supplies.
POS 19 added for preventive, CR, and ICR services
Change request (CR) 14070, effective June 23, 2025, reflects the addition of POS 19 allowed for preventive services, CR, and ICR services.
Cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs
Medicare pays for cardiac rehabilitation (CR), intensive cardiac rehabilitation (ICR), and pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) programs if specific criteria are met. This criterion includes coverage…