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Transcutaneous Electrical Joint Stimulation Devices (TEJSD)
L34821
Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (J19)
Effective: January 1, 2020
Updated: December 31, 2025
Policy Summary
Medicare considers Transcutaneous Electrical Joint Stimulation Devices (TEJSD, E0762) and certain other electro‑magnetic devices (e.g., TENS, NMES, FES, light, infrared) not reasonable and necessary for osteoarthritis or any condition; claims for these devices and related supplies/accessories are denied. When TEJSD is used with an orthosis no reimbursement for the TEJSD is allowed, and suppliers must have required documentation (SWO/WOPD and proof of delivery) and meet coding and other LCD/Policy Article requirements or claims will be denied.
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"Treatment with Transcutaneous Electrical Joint Stimulation Devices (TEJSD), HCPCS code E0762, is not reasonable and necessary for the treatment of osteoarthritis or any other condition and claims f..."
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