icd 9 code for vns implantation

by Felicity Bogisich 8 min read

2012 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 996.2 : Mechanical complication of nervous system device, implant, and graft.

Full Answer

Is VNS covered by CMS?

All other indications of VNS for the treatment of depression are nationally non-covered.

Can a patient with a VNS device be replaced?

Patients implanted with a VNS device for TRD may receive a VNS device replacement if it is required due to the end of battery life, or any other device-related malfunction.

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