Does M46.42 require prior authorization?

No, M46.42 does not require prior authorization (low confidence). No active coverage policies found for this code.

`M46.42` — Discitis, unspecified, cervical region

ICD-10-CM

No Prior Auth Required

No active coverage policies found for this code (low confidence)

Each claim must include ICD-10-CM diagnosis code(s) that accurately reflect the patient's condition and the reason(s) the urodynamic service was performed.
For diagnostic urodynamic tests, report the test result if known; if results are not available at time of claim, report the symptoms that prompted the test.
When a penile pressure cuff is used during a voiding pressure study, report CPT code 55899 and note the non-invasive urodynamic study in the narrative portion of the claim.
When a referring/ordering physician is required, the referring/ordering physician's name and NPI must be reported on the claim.

Urodynamic testing is covered when medical necessity is documented consistent with the related Local Coverage Determination (LCD) for Urodynamics.
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).
EMG and/or nerve conduction studies are indicated for evaluation of suspected polyneuropathy or mononeuropathy multiplex.
EMG is indicated for evaluation of suspected myopathy.

A59434 — Billing and Coding: Amniotic and Placental-Derived Product Injections and/or Applications for Musculoskeletal Indications, Non-Wound

J05

A59664 — Billing and Coding: Cervical Fusion

J05

L39788 — Cervical Fusion

J05

A57478 — Billing and Coding: Nerve Conduction Studies and Electromyography

J05

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