Billing and Coding: Scalp Cooling for the Prevention of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia

This billing and coding guidance complements LCD L39573 for scalp cooling to prevent chemotherapy-induced alopecia and requires that all related documentation be maintained in the patient’s medical record and be available to the contractor. Claims must include ICD-10-CM and CPT/HCPCS codes supported by the medical record, and coverage depends on documentation of medical necessity per the related LCD.

"Scalp cooling is used for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced alopecia in patients receiving chemotherapy."

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