Debridement Services
J15 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
2 active Medicare policies list T86.820, and 3 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
National · Effective Apr 16, 2026
3 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 T86.820 |
|---|---|---|
| Bio-Surgery: Medicinal Leech Therapy and Medical Maggots | Aug 10, 2023 | Covered |
| Pulsed Electromagnetic Stimulation | Mar 14, 2023 | Covered |
| Policy | Effective | Status of T86.820 |
|---|---|---|
| Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (Systemic/Topical) | Jul 1, 2026 | Covered |