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ICD-10-CM Q44.4, Choledochal cyst | No Prior Auth

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`Q44.4`, Choledochal cyst

ICD-10-CM

Prior Authorization

No Prior Auth Required

Covered without prior authorization (high confidence)

Documentation Required

This billing and coding guidance complements Local Coverage Determination L34434; follow LCD L34434 for clinical coverage criteria and required documentation for claims.
All services billed with unlisted procedure codes must include sufficient medical records and supporting documentation to allow development and medical review.
This billing and coding article provides guidelines that complement Local Coverage Determination L34415 for CT of the abdomen and pelvis; consult LCD L34415 for specific coverage indications, limitations, and documentation requirements.

2 Active Policies

A56389, Billing and Coding: Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and Visualization

A56421, Billing and Coding: CT of the Abdomen and Pelvis

Related Codes

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