Where to Find Medical Coverage Policies

Linda Collins
08-31-2021
Blog

Understanding the medical necessity criteria outlined in the medical coverage policy of private payers will help you provide appropriate documentation to support your patient’s medical needs. Most payers to make their policies available online. You and your team should familiarize yourself with payers in your town and understand the policies covering the services you provide.

Below are links to some of the policies for the large, national payers.

Aetna

Ankle Orthoses

Foot Orthotics

Lower Limb Prostheses Medical Policy

Orthopedic Braces

Upper Limb Prostheses Medical Policy

Anthem

Lower Limb Prostheses Clinical Guideline

Myoelectric Upper Extremity Prosthetic Devices Clinical Guideline

Prefabricated and Prophylactic Knee Braces Clinical Guideline

Spinal Orthoses Clinical Guideline

Upper Extremity Myoelectric Clinical Guideline

Microprocessor Controlled Lower Limb Prosthesis Clinical Guideline

Custom Made Knee Braces Clinical Guideline

Myoelectric Upper Extremity Prosthetic Devices Clinical Guideline

Ankle-Foot and Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthoses Clinical Guidelines

Cigna

Prosthetic Devices

Orthotic Devices and Shoes

UHC

DME and Orthotics

Prosthetic Devices

Therapeutic Shoes/Diabetic Inserts

 You may find other policies by searching for “medical coverage policy” and the insurance company name.