Debridement Services
J15 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
9 active Medicare policies list S20.161A, and 1 commercial payer policy lists 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
J5 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
J8 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
J5 · Effective Apr 16, 2018
J8 · Effective Apr 16, 2018
National · Effective Apr 16, 2026
J5 · Effective Oct 1, 2025
National · Effective Oct 1, 2025
J5 · Effective Oct 1, 2026
1 policy from 1 payer
Summary of the payer’s published policy. Not a coverage determination — confirm with the payer before submitting.
| Policy | Effective | Status of S20.161A |
|---|---|---|
| Polymerase Chain Reaction Testing: Selected Indications | Feb 9, 2024 | Covered |