S04.042D — Injury of visual cortex, left side, subsequent encounter
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.
- The patient's medical record must contain documentation that fully supports the medical necessity for the visual fields testing in accordance with the applicable LCD.
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.
- Neurophysiology Evoked Potentials (NEPs) — including Somatosensory Evoked Potentials (SEPs), Brainstem Auditory Evoked Potentials (BAEPs/BAERs), and Visual Evoked Potentials (VEPs/VERs) — are covered when determined to be reasonable and necessary in accordance with LCD L34975.
- CT or MRI scans of the head or neck are covered when the medical record documents the scan is reasonable and necessary for diagnostic evaluation.
- Coverage requires documentation supporting clinical indication such as history and physical exam findings, laboratory results, and signs or symptoms that justify the diagnostic test.
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19 Active Policies
L33574 — Visual Fields Testing
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L34380 — Scanning Computerized Ophthalmic Diagnostic Imaging (SCODI)
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A56537 — Billing and Coding: Scanning Computerized Ophthalmic Diagnostic Imaging (SCODI)
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A56551 — Billing and Coding: Visual Fields Testing
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L36831
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