Appendix E - National Coverage Determinations Manual / REFRACTIVE_KERATOPLASTY_--_NOT_COVERED

Why This Topic Matters

It helps readers identify whether the article concerns Medicare coverage limits for corneal refractive procedures and related ophthalmic surgical services, as well as the broader policy context in which those services are discussed.

Article Sections

1. Refractive Keratoplasty -- Not Covered

   Overview of the Medicare coverage policy for refractive keratoplasty and related corneal reshaping procedures. The section discusses the general scope of the policy and distinguishes refractive-error treatment from other corneal conditions.

2. Coverage considerations for corneal lesions and laser ophthalmic surgery

   Discussion of corneal procedures that address specific lesions or abnormalities and the broader context of laser use in ophthalmic disease. The section also notes practitioner training considerations for covered ophthalmologic surgery.