Speech Generating Devices - (0049)

Cigna covers synthesized speech-generating devices (HCPCS E2508, E2510) as medically necessary DME and excludes digitized/recorded-speech devices and multi-purpose consumer electronics (e.g., non-dedicated tablets, smartphones, PCs) or E1399 reporting for such devices; only one synthesized, speech-dedicated device in the individual’s primary language is considered necessary. Coverage requires a licensed SLP with CCC to document a permanent, severe expressive impairment unresponsive/inappropriate to other treatments and natural communication, plus a written SLP evaluation with severity, cognitive/physical ability, device rationale, functional goals and training plan, and documented functional benefit for any upgrades.

"Speech generating device that utilizes synthesized speech (HCPCS E2508, E2510) is medically necessary DME when ALL criteria below are met."

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