S22.030B — Wedge compression fracture of third thoracic vertebra, initial encounter for open fracture
ICD-10-CM
Prior Authorization
No Prior Auth Required
Code is covered without prior authorization (high confidence)
Documentation Required
- This billing/coding guideline complements LCD L33459 (Computerized Axial Tomography (CT), Thorax); follow the LCD for clinical coverage and any required documentation or prior authorization rules.
- Billing and coding for immunizations must follow the coverage indications, limitations, and medical necessity criteria set forth in the associated Local Coverage Determination LCD L34596 (Immunizations).
- All services ordered or rendered to Medicare beneficiaries must be signed; providers/suppliers must notify beneficiaries in writing prior to rendering the service if aware the test/item/procedure may not be covered.
- A valid ICD-10-CM diagnosis code that best describes the patient's condition must be reported on the claim; claims without a valid ICD-10-CM code will be returned as incomplete under Section 1833(e).
Key Coverage Criteria
- Bone mass measurement tests are covered when ordered by the treating physician or a qualified non-physician practitioner authorized by state law.
- An initial bone mass measurement is covered (Medicare reimbursement for an initial bone mass measurement may be allowed only once, regardless of sites studied).
- A DXA confirmatory test may be performed and covered as a baseline for future monitoring (exception to the 'one type only' rule).
- CPT code 77082 (vertebral fracture assessment) is covered when medically necessary, with symptoms documented and when results are anticipated to be used in patient management.
- Beneficiary is confined to the home to qualify for the Medicare home health PPS benefit.
- Beneficiary is under the care of a physician.
14 Active Policies
L34596 — Immunizations
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A56900 — Billing and Coding: Immunizations
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A58873 — Billing and Coding: Tetanus Immunization
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L35434 — Oximetry Services
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A58872 — Billing and Coding: Tetanus Immunization
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