Computerized Axial Tomography (CT), Thorax
JJ · Effective Oct 1, 2015
14 active Medicare policies list B97.21, and 2 commercial payer policies list it. See each policy's status for the code and its official source. Listing a code is not a coverage decision: read each policy’s source for the requirements that apply.
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JJ · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JM · Effective Oct 1, 2015
J15 · Effective Apr 17, 2022
JE · Effective Apr 17, 2022
JF · Effective Apr 17, 2022
JJ · Effective Apr 17, 2022
JM · Effective Apr 17, 2022
J5 · Effective Apr 17, 2022
2 policies from 2 payers
Summary of the payer’s published policy. Not a coverage determination — confirm with the payer before submitting.
| Policy | Effective | Status of B97.21 |
|---|---|---|
| Polymerase Chain Reaction Testing: Selected Indications | Feb 9, 2024 | Covered |
| Policy | Effective | Status of B97.21 |
|---|---|---|
| Polymerase Chain Reaction Respiratory Viral Panel Testing | Not recorded | Covered |
J8 · Effective Apr 17, 2022
National · Effective Oct 1, 2026
National · Effective Aug 6, 2026
National · Effective Aug 6, 2026
National · Effective May 14, 2026