decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2008 Issue 5 (May)
National_Coverage_Determinations_Manual / INCONTINENCE_CONTROL_DEVICES
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Article Overview
This Medicare coverage article explains the scope of coverage for incontinence control devices, including device categories and the circumstances under which coverage is addressed. It is relevant to clinicians, coders, and billing professionals who work with urinary incontinence services and Medicare policy references. The article also touches on patient evaluation, provider training, and documentation-related considerations tied to the covered services.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps readers understand which incontinence-related device therapies are addressed in Medicare coverage policy and where additional manual guidance is referenced.
Article Sections
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Incontinence Control Devices
Overview of the Medicare coverage topic and the general scope of incontinence control devices addressed in the article.
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Mechanical/Hydraulic Incontinence Control Devices
Discussion of one covered device category and the broad conditions under which coverage is considered.
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Collagen Implant
Coverage-related discussion of collagen implant therapy, including broad evaluation, provider qualification, and patient eligibility considerations.
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Non-Implantable Pelvic Floor Electrical Stimulator
Reference to another device category and cross-reference guidance to related Medicare manual material.
What You Will Learn
- The Medicare policy topics addressed for incontinence control devices.
- Which broad device categories are discussed in the coverage guidance.
- The general kinds of evaluation, training, and follow-up considerations mentioned in the article.
- Where the article directs readers for related manual guidance.
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billers
- Urology practices
- Compliance staff
- Revenue cycle professionals
- Healthcare administrators
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