S8948 – Application of a modality (requiring constant provider attendance) to one or more areas; low-level laser; each 15 minutes

Long description

Application of a modality (requiring constant provider attendance) to one or more areas; low-level laser; each 15 minutes

Short description

Low-level laser trmt 15 min

Pricing indicator

00 Not separately priced by Part B (bundled, not covered or Part A only)

Medicare coverage

I Not payable by Medicare

BETOS category

Z2 Undefined codes

Added

January 1, 2004

Last change

January 1, 2004 – No change

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