Debridement Services
J15 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
11 active Medicare policies list L98.491, 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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J15 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JE · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JF · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JE · Effective Nov 28, 2021
JF · Effective Nov 28, 2021
J5 · Effective Apr 16, 2018
J8 · Effective Apr 16, 2018
National · Effective Apr 16, 2026
National · Effective Oct 16, 2025
National · Effective Oct 1, 2026
J5 · Effective Oct 1, 2026
2 policies from 1 payer
Summary of the payer’s published policy. Not a coverage determination — confirm with the payer before submitting.
| Policy | Effective | Status of L98.491 |
|---|---|---|
| Breast Reduction Surgery and Gynecomastia Surgery | Mar 6, 2023 | Covered |
| Extracorporeal Shock-Wave Therapy for Musculoskeletal Indications and Soft Tissue Injuries | Sep 13, 2023 | Covered |