About this policy
CMS National Coverage Determination | ncd_id=76 | manual_section=150.8 | coverage_level_code=1 | national_coverage_type=True | under_review=False | lab_ncd=False
Coverage indications
Use of fluidized therapy dry heat is covered as an acceptable alternative to other heat therapy modalities in the treatment of acute or subacute traumatic or nontraumatic musculoskeletal disorders of the extremities.
Documentation requirements
Item/Service Description: Fluidized therapy is a high intensity heat modality consisting of a dry whirlpool of finely divided solid particles suspended in a heated air stream, the mixture having the properties of a liquid. Benefit Categories: 48 - Outpatient Physical Therapy Services; 52 - Physicians' Services
Codes in this policy
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