Computerized Axial Tomography (CT), Thorax
JJ · Effective Oct 1, 2015
3 active Medicare policies list Q79.0, and 4 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
National · Effective Oct 1, 2026
4 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 Q79.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Brain Natriuretic Peptide Testing | Sep 11, 2023 | Covered |
| Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) | Aug 10, 2023 | Covered |
| Fetal Surgery In Utero | Jun 14, 2023 | Covered |
| Policy | Effective | Status of Q79.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Paraesophageal Hernia Repair | Jan 6, 2026 | Covered |