About this policy
CMS National Coverage Determination | ncd_id=56 | manual_section=80.6 | coverage_level_code=2 | national_coverage_type=True | under_review=False | lab_ncd=False
Coverage indications
Intraocular photography is covered when used for the diagnosis of such conditions as macular degeneration, retinal neoplasms, choroid disturbances and diabetic retinopathy, or to identify glaucoma, multiple sclerosis and other central nervous system abnormalities. Make Medicare payment for the use of this procedure by an opthalmologist in these situations when it is reasonable and necessary for the individual patient to receive these services.
Documentation requirements
Benefit Categories: 52 - Physicians' Services
Codes in this policy
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