Appendix E - National Coverage Determinations Manual / ELECTRICAL_STIMULATION_(ES)_AND_ELECTROMAGNETIC_THERAPY_FOR_THE_TREATMENT_OF_WOUNDS

Why This Topic Matters

Coverage policy for wound therapy can affect whether services are payable under Medicare and whether additional documentation or ongoing evaluation is needed. Understanding the scope of the NCD helps support compliant coding, billing, and medical record review for wound care services.

Article Sections

1. Electrical Stimulation (ES) and Electromagnetic Therapy for the Treatment of Wounds

   Introduces the CMS coverage policy, its effective date, and the relationship between electrical stimulation and electromagnetic therapy in wound treatment.

2. A. Nationally Covered Indications

   Describes the wound-care settings and general circumstances under which these therapies are covered, along with related care and monitoring considerations.

3. B. Nationally Noncovered Indications

   Summarizes situations in which the therapies are not covered under the national policy.

4. C. Other

   Notes how remaining uses are handled outside the national coverage determination.