Does F84.2 require prior authorization?

No, F84.2 does not require prior authorization (low confidence). No active coverage policies found for this code.

`F84.2`, Rett's syndrome

ICD-10-CM

No Prior Auth Required

No active coverage policies found for this code (low confidence)

This article provides billing/coding guidelines that complement Local Coverage Determination L34417 for CT of the head; consult LCD L34417 for specific coverage, coding, and documentation requirements.
Medical records must include history and physical notes, laboratory results, and documentation of signs and symptoms that warrant the head/neck diagnostic imaging.
Accurate HCPCS/CPT coding must be submitted to differentiate CT and MRI scans from other radiology services and to support coverage determinations.
Documentation and supporting information must be available to Medicare upon request.

CT or MRI scans of the head or neck are covered when the medical record documents the scan is reasonable and necessary for diagnostic evaluation.
Coverage requires documentation supporting clinical indication such as history and physical exam findings, laboratory results, and signs or symptoms that justify the diagnostic test.
Flutter / Acapella Device - ICD-10 codes covered if selection criteria are met : Q89.3 Quantitative Pupillometry/Pupillography
Home chest physiotherapy upon the initial prescription of chest physiotherapy to stabilize the member and to train family members or caregivers to administer chest physiotherapy.
Chest physiotherapy when the member’s pulmonary condition is unstable.
Airway oscillating devices (e.g., Flutter and Acapella) as medically necessary DME to assist in mobilizing respiratory tract secretions for members with: cystic fibrosis (CF), chronic bronchitis, bronchiectasis, immotile cilia syndrome (primary ciliary dyskinesia), and asthma.

CIGNA-CPG149, Sensory and Auditory Integration Therapy - Facilitated Communication

ANTHEM-CG-BEH-15, Activity Therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorders and Rett Syndrome

AMBETTER-CP.MP.99, Wheelchair Seating

CIGNA-EN0499, Intensive Behavioral Interventions

AETNA-CPB-0067, Chest Physiotherapy and Airway Clearance Devices

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