CSHCN 2009 > Durable Medical Equipment (DME) > Benefits, Limitations, and Authorization Requirements

   
 

17.3.8.2 Pressure Reducing Pads

Pressure-reducing pads for beds are benefits of the CSHCN Services Program if documentation supporting medical necessity and appropriateness is submitted with the form entitled Appendix B, "CSHCN Services Program Prior Authorization and Authorization Request for Durable Medical Equipment (DME)," on page B-29.

The following procedure codes must be used for authorization and claims payment:

Procedure Codes

E0181

E0182

E0184

E0185

E0186

E0190*

E0191*

E0196**

E0197

E0198

E0199*

E0371

E0372

E0373

*For purchase only.
**For rental only.

Pressure relief beds are not benefits of the CSHCN Services Program.


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