Anterior Segment Scanning Computerized Ophthalmic Diagnostic Imaging

Aetna considers anterior segment OCT experimental and investigational and does not cover it for any indication—examples listed include assessment of Haab striae, ocular surface changes in graft‑versus‑host disease, glaucoma detection, diagnosis of Descemet membrane detachment during cataract surgery, and diagnosis/management of pigmentary dispersion syndrome. It is excluded because its clinical value has not been established and there are no covered indications.

"Assessment of anterior chamber angle (ACA) configuration and detection of occludable/angle-closure (anterior segment OCT (AS-OCT) may be used for assessment of the anterior chamber angle and as a r..."

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