Does Q51.818 require prior authorization?

No, Q51.818 does not require prior authorization (high confidence). Covered without prior authorization.

`Q51.818`, Other congenital malformations of uterus

ICD-10-CM

No Prior Auth Required

Covered without prior authorization (high confidence)

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.
Clinical notes supporting that the patient is certain about desire for permanent sterilization (i.e., not uncertain about ending fertility) and has not had prior tubal ligation if hysteroscopic approach is being considered.
Hysterosalpingogram is necessary three months after surgery to verify micro-insert placement and tubal occlusion (manufacturer labeling / prescribing information) — i.e., modified HSG confirmation testing at three months
Catheterization and introduction of saline or contrast material for SIS or hysterosalpingography may be performed three months after hysteroscopic tubal sterilization to verify insert placement and tubal occlusion (CPT 58340) — documentation of performed imaging and results required when applicable

Laparoscopy with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy) when indicated (CPT 58661)
Laparoscopy with lysis of adhesions with occlusion of oviducts by device (CPT 58671)
Salpingectomy, complete or partial, unilateral or bilateral as separate procedure (CPT 58700)
Catheterization and introduction of saline or contrast for saline infusion sonohysterography (SIS) or hysterosalpingography (HSG) (CPT 58340) — specifically allowed for confirmation (three months after hysteroscopic tubal sterilization to verify insert placement and tubal occlusion)
Hysterosalpingography, radiological supervision and interpretation (CPT 74740) — specifically allowed three months after hysteroscopic tubal sterilization to verify insert placement and tubal occlusion
ICD-10 diagnosis code Z30.2 (Encounter for sterilization) as covered diagnosis when selection criteria are met

AETNA-CPB-0530, Transvaginal Ultrasonography

AETNA-CPB-0657, Tubal Sterilization

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

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