C72.41 — Malignant neoplasm of right acoustic nerve
ICD-10-CM
Prior Authorization
No Prior Auth Required
Code is covered without prior authorization (high confidence)
Documentation Required
- The diagnosis code(s) billed must best describe the patient’s condition for which the SCODI service was performed.
- The patient's medical record must contain documentation that fully supports the medical necessity for SCODI services included within LCD L34380, including relevant medical history, physical examination, and results of pertinent diagnostic tests or procedures.
- For services requiring a referring or ordering physician, the name and NPI of the referring/ordering physician must be reported on the claim.
- All documentation must be available upon request and the medical record must support the medical necessity and frequency of treatment.
Key Coverage Criteria
- Scanning computerized ophthalmic diagnostic imaging (SCODI) is covered when the service meets the medical necessity criteria and is included within Local Coverage Determination L34380.
- Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is typically furnished as a single session; when more than one session is required, bill using stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) codes instead of SRS codes.
- Coverage on an individual (redetermination/appeal) basis may be considered for lesions that require a high radiation dose per fraction to avoid exposure of surrounding tissues when documentation and supporting literature are provided.
- Electrodiagnostic testing (EMG and/or nerve conduction studies) is indicated for evaluation of suspected carpal tunnel syndrome.
- EMG and/or nerve conduction studies are indicated for evaluation of suspected radiculopathy.
- EMG and/or nerve conduction studies are indicated for evaluation of suspected mononeuropathy (single-nerve entrapment or injury).
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