About this policy
CMS National Coverage Determination | ncd_id=135 | manual_section=150.6 | coverage_level_code=3 | national_coverage_type=True | under_review=False | lab_ncd=False
Coverage indications
Vitamin B12 injections to strengthen tendons, ligaments, etc., of the foot are not covered under Medicare because (1) there is no evidence that vitamin B12 injections are effective for the purpose of strengthening weakened tendons and ligaments, and (2) this is nonsurgical treatment under the subluxation exclusion. Accordingly, vitamin B12 injections are not considered reasonable and necessary within the meaning of §1862(a)(1) of the Act.
Documentation requirements
Cross Reference: Also see the Medicare Benefit Policy Manual , Chapter 1 §30, and Chapter 16 §100. Benefit Categories: 22 - Drugs and Biologicals
Codes in this policy
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