Incision and Drainage (I & D) of Abscess of Skin, Subcutaneous and Accessory Structures
J6 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
14 active Medicare policies list N89.8, and 5 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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J6 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JK · 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
5 policies from 4 payers
Summary of the payer’s published policy. Not a coverage determination — confirm with the payer before submitting.
| Policy | Effective | Status of N89.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosis of Vaginitis | Jan 3, 2024 | Covered |
| Polymerase Chain Reaction Testing: Selected Indications | Feb 9, 2024 | Covered |
| Policy | Effective | Status of N89.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Testing for Select Genitourinary Conditions | Not recorded | Covered |
| Policy | Effective | Status of N89.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Human Chorionic Gonadotropin Testing |
J8 · Effective Apr 17, 2022
J6 · Effective Oct 1, 2025
National · Effective Mar 19, 2026
National · Effective Mar 19, 2026
National · Effective Apr 16, 2026
J5 · Effective Mar 12, 2026
| Apr 15, 2026 |
| Covered |
| Policy | Effective | Status of N89.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Transvaginal Ultrasound, Non-Obstetrical | Mar 15, 2026 | Not covered |