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NCD Index by Chapter/Section
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10: Anesthesia and Pain Management
20: Cardiovascular System
30: Complementary and Alternative Medicine
40: Endocrine System and Metabolism
50: Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT)
60: Emergency Medicine
70: Evaluation and Management of Patients - Office/hospital/home
80: Eye
90: Genetics
100: Gastrointestinal System
110: Hematology/Immunology/Oncology
120: Infectious Diseases
130: Mental Health
140: Miscellaneous Surgical Procedures
150: Musculoskeletal System
160: Nervous System
170: Nonphysician Practitioner Services (PT/OT/SLP/Audiologists/CRNA
180: Nutrition
190: Pathology and Laboratory
200: Pharmacology
210: Prevention
220: Radiology
230: Renal and Genitourinary System - ESRD Services
240: Respiratory System
250: Skin
260: Transplantation - Solid Organ Transplants
270: Wound Treatment
280: Medical and Surgical Supplies
290: Nursing Services
300: Diagnostic Tests Not Otherwise Classified
310: Clinical Trials
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10: Anesthesia and Pain Management
[6 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
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10.1
Use of Visual Tests Prior to and General Anesthesia during Cataract Surgery
Use of Visual Tests Prior to and General Anesthesia during Cataract Surgery
10.2
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) for Acute Post-Operative Pain
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) for Acute Post-Operative Pain
10.3
Inpatient Hospital Pain Rehabilitation Programs
Inpatient Hospital Pain Rehabilitation Programs
10.4
Outpatient Hospital Pain Rehabilitation Programs
Outpatient Hospital Pain Rehabilitation Programs
10.5
Autogenous Epidural Blood Graft
Autogenous Epidural Blood Graft
10.6
Anesthesia in Cardiac Pacemaker Surgery
Anesthesia in Cardiac Pacemaker Surgery
20: Cardiovascular System
[37 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
20.1
Vertebral Artery Surgery
Vertebral Artery Surgery
20.2
Extracranial-Intracranial (EC-IC) Arterial Bypass Surgery
Extracranial-Intracranial (EC-IC) Arterial Bypass Surgery
20.3
Thoracic Duct Drainage (TDD) in Renal Transplants
Thoracic Duct Drainage (TDD) in Renal Transplants
20.4
Implantable Automatic Defibrillators
Implantable Automatic Defibrillators
20.5
Extracorporeal Immunoadsorption (ECI) Using Protein A Columns
Extracorporeal Immunoadsorption (ECI) Using Protein A Columns
20.6
Transmyocardial Revascularization (TMR)
Transmyocardial Revascularization (TMR)
20.7
Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA)
Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA)
20.8
Cardiac Pacemakers
Cardiac Pacemakers
20.8.1
Cardiac Pacemaker Evaluation Services
Cardiac Pacemaker Evaluation Services
20.8.1.1
Transtelephonic Monitoring of Cardiac Pacemakers
Transtelephonic Monitoring of Cardiac Pacemakers
20.8.2
Self-Contained Pacemaker Monitors
Self-Contained Pacemaker Monitors
20.9
Artificial Hearts and Related Devices
Artificial Hearts and Related Devices
20.10
Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs
Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs
20.11
Intraoperative Ventricular Mapping
Intraoperative Ventricular Mapping
20.12
Diagnostic Endocardial Electrical Stimulation (Pacing)
Diagnostic Endocardial Electrical Stimulation (Pacing)
20.13
HIS Bundle Study
HIS Bundle Study
20.14
Plethysmography
Plethysmography
20.15
Electrocardiographic Services
Electrocardiographic Services
20.16
Cardiac Output Monitoring by Thoracic Electrical Bioimpedance (TEB)
Cardiac Output Monitoring by Thoracic Electrical Bioimpedance (TEB)
20.17
Noninvasive Tests of Carotid Function
Noninvasive Tests of Carotid Function
20.18
Carotid Body Resection/Carotid Body Denervation
Carotid Body Resection/Carotid Body Denervation
20.19
Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring
Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring
20.20
External Counterpulsation (ECP) Therapy for Severe Angina
External Counterpulsation (ECP) Therapy for Severe Angina
20.21
Chelation Therapy for Treatment of Atherosclerosis
Chelation Therapy for Treatment of Atherosclerosis
20.22
Ethylenediamine-Tetra-Acetic (EDTA) Chelation Therapy for Treatment of Atherosclerosis
Ethylenediamine-Tetra-Acetic (EDTA) Chelation Therapy for Treatment of Atherosclerosis
20.23
Fabric Wrapping of Abdominal Aneurysms
Fabric Wrapping of Abdominal Aneurysms
20.24
Displacement Cardiography
Displacement Cardiography
20.25
Cardiac Catheterization Performed in Other than a Hospital Setting
Cardiac Catheterization Performed in Other than a Hospital Setting
20.26
Partial Ventriculectomy
Partial Ventriculectomy
20.27
Cardiointegram (CIG) as an Alternative to Stress Test or Thallium Stress Test
Cardiointegram (CIG) as an Alternative to Stress Test or Thallium Stress Test
20.28
Therapeutic Embolization
Therapeutic Embolization
20.29
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
20.30
Microvolt T-Wave Alternans (MTWA)
Microvolt T-Wave Alternans (MTWA)
20.31
Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation (ICR) Programs
Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation (ICR) Programs
20.31.1
The Pritikin Program
The Pritikin Program
20.31.2
Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease
Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease
20.32
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
30: Complementary and Alternative Medicine
[12 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
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30.1
Biofeedback Therapy
Biofeedback Therapy
30.1.1
Biofeedback Therapy for the Treatment of Urinary Incontinence
Biofeedback Therapy for the Treatment of Urinary Incontinence
30.2
Thermogenic Therapy
Thermogenic Therapy
30.3
Acupuncture
Acupuncture
30.3.1
Acupuncture for Fibromyalgia
Acupuncture for Fibromyalgia
30.3.2
Acupuncture for Osteoarthritis
Acupuncture for Osteoarthritis
30.4
Electrosleep Therapy
Electrosleep Therapy
30.5
Transcendental Meditation
Transcendental Meditation
30.6
Intravenous Histamine Therapy
Intravenous Histamine Therapy
30.7
Laetrile and Related Substances
Laetrile and Related Substances
30.8
Cellular Therapy
Cellular Therapy
30.9
Transillumination Light Scanning or Diaphanography
Transillumination Light Scanning or Diaphanography
40: Endocrine System and Metabolism
[6 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
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40.1
Diabetes Outpatient Self-Management Training
Diabetes Outpatient Self-Management Training
40.2
Home Blood Glucose Monitors
Home Blood Glucose Monitors
40.3
Closed-Loop Blood Glucose Control Device (CBGCD)
Closed-Loop Blood Glucose Control Device (CBGCD)
40.4
Insulin Syringe
Insulin Syringe
40.5
Treatment of Obesity
Treatment of Obesity
40.7
Outpatient Intravenous Insulin Treatment
Outpatient Intravenous Insulin Treatment
50: Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT)
[8 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
50.1
Speech Generating Devices
Speech Generating Devices
50.2
Electronic Speech Aids
Electronic Speech Aids
50.3
Cochlear Implantation
Cochlear Implantation
50.4
Tracheostomy Speaking Valve
Tracheostomy Speaking Valve
50.5
Oxygen Treatment of Inner Ear/Carbon Therapy
Oxygen Treatment of Inner Ear/Carbon Therapy
50.6
Tinnitus Masking
Tinnitus Masking
50.7
Cochleostomy with Neurovascular Transplant for Meniere's Disease
Cochleostomy with Neurovascular Transplant for Meniere's Disease
50.8
Ultrasonic Surgery
Ultrasonic Surgery
60: Emergency Medicine
No records returned for this chapter.
70: Evaluation and Management of Patients - Office/hospital/home
[6 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
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70.1
Consultations with a Beneficiary's Family and Associates
Consultations with a Beneficiary's Family and Associates
70.2
Consultation Services Rendered by a Podiatrist in a Skilled Nursing Facility
Consultation Services Rendered by a Podiatrist in a Skilled Nursing Facility
70.2.1
Services Provided for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Diabetic Sensory Neuropathy with Loss of Protective Sensation (aka Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy)
Services Provided for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Diabetic Sensory Neuropathy with Loss of Protective Sensation (aka Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy)
70.3
Physician's Office Within an Institution--Coverage of Services and Supplies Incident to a Physician's Services
Physician's Office Within an Institution--Coverage of Services and Supplies Incident to a Physician's Services
70.4
Pronouncement of Death
Pronouncement of Death
70.5
Hospital and Skilled Nursing Facility Admission Diagnostic Procedures
Hospital and Skilled Nursing Facility Admission Diagnostic Procedures
80: Eye
[14 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
80.1
Hydrophilic Contact Lens For Corneal Bandage
Hydrophilic Contact Lens For Corneal Bandage
80.2
Photodynamic Therapy (OPT)
Photodynamic Therapy (OPT)
80.2.1
Ocular Photodynamic Therapy (OPT)
Ocular Photodynamic Therapy (OPT)
80.3
Photosensitive Drugs
Photosensitive Drugs
80.3.1
Verteporfin
Verteporfin
80.4
Hydrophilic Contact Lenses
Hydrophilic Contact Lenses
80.5
Scleral Shell
Scleral Shell
80.6
Intraocular Photography
Intraocular Photography
80.7
Refractive Keratoplasty
Refractive Keratoplasty
80.8
Endothelial Cell Photography
Endothelial Cell Photography
80.9
Computer Enhanced Perimetry
Computer Enhanced Perimetry
80.10
Phaco-Emulsification Procedure - Cataract Extraction
Phaco-Emulsification Procedure - Cataract Extraction
80.11
Vitrectomy
Vitrectomy
80.12
Intraocular Lenses (IOLs)
Intraocular Lenses (IOLs)
90: Genetics
[1 Record]
NCD Section
NCD Title
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90.1
Pharmacogenomic Testing for Warfarin Response
Pharmacogenomic Testing for Warfarin Response
100: Gastrointestinal System
[14 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
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100.1
Bariatric Surgery for Treatment of Morbid Obesity
Bariatric Surgery for Treatment of Morbid Obesity
100.2
Endoscopy
Endoscopy
100.3
24-Hour Ambulatory Esophageal pH Monitoring
24-Hour Ambulatory Esophageal pH Monitoring
100.4
Esophageal Manometry
Esophageal Manometry
100.5
Diagnostic Breath Analyses
Diagnostic Breath Analyses
100.6
Gastric Freezing
Gastric Freezing
100.7
Colonic Irrigation
Colonic Irrigation
100.8
Intestinal Bypass Surgery
Intestinal Bypass Surgery
100.9
Implantation of Anti-Gastroesophageal Reflux Device
Implantation of Anti-Gastroesophageal Reflux Device
100.10
Injection Sclerotherapy for Esophageal Variceal Bleeding
Injection Sclerotherapy for Esophageal Variceal Bleeding
100.11
Gastric Balloon for Treatment of Obesity
Gastric Balloon for Treatment of Obesity
100.12
Gastrophotography
Gastrophotography
100.13
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
100.14
Surgery for Diabetes
Surgery for Diabetes
110: Hematology/Immunology/Oncology
[23 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
110.1
Hyperthermia for Treatment of Cancer
Hyperthermia for Treatment of Cancer
110.2
Certain Drugs Distributed by the National Cancer Institute
Certain Drugs Distributed by the National Cancer Institute
110.3
Anti-Inhibitor Coagulant Complex (AICC)
Anti-Inhibitor Coagulant Complex (AICC)
110.4
Extracorporeal Photopheresis
Extracorporeal Photopheresis
110.5
Granulocyte Transfusions
Granulocyte Transfusions
110.6
Scalp Hypothermia During Chemotherapy to Prevent Hair Loss
Scalp Hypothermia During Chemotherapy to Prevent Hair Loss
110.7
Blood Transfusions
Blood Transfusions
110.8
Blood Platelet Transfusions
Blood Platelet Transfusions
110.8.1
Stem Cell Transplantation
Stem Cell Transplantation
110.9
Antigens Prepared for Sublingual Administration
Antigens Prepared for Sublingual Administration
110.10
Intravenous Iron Therapy
Intravenous Iron Therapy
110.11
Food Allergy Testing and Treatment
Food Allergy Testing and Treatment
110.12
Challenge Ingestion Food Testing
Challenge Ingestion Food Testing
110.13
Cytotoxic Food Tests
Cytotoxic Food Tests
110.14
Apheresis (Therapeutic Pheresis)
Apheresis (Therapeutic Pheresis)
110.15
Ultrafiltration, Hemoperfusion and Hemofiltration
Ultrafiltration, Hemoperfusion and Hemofiltration
110.16
Nonselective (Random) Transfusions and Living Related Donor Specific Transfusions (DST) in Kidney Transplantation
Nonselective (Random) Transfusions and Living Related Donor Specific Transfusions (DST) in Kidney Transplantation
110.17
Anti-Cancer Chemotherapy for Colorectal Cancer
Anti-Cancer Chemotherapy for Colorectal Cancer
110.18
Aprepitant for Chemotherapy-Induced Emesis
Aprepitant for Chemotherapy-Induced Emesis
110.19
Abarelix for the Treatment of Prostate Cancer
Abarelix for the Treatment of Prostate Cancer
110.20
Blood Brain Barrier Osmotic Disruption for Treatment of Brain Tumors (Effective March 20, 2007)
Blood Brain Barrier Osmotic Disruption for Treatment of Brain Tumors (Effective March 20, 2007)
110.21
Erythropoiesis Stimulating Agents (ESAs) in Cancer and Related Neoplastic Conditions
Erythropoiesis Stimulating Agents (ESAs) in Cancer and Related Neoplastic Conditions
110.22
Autologous Cellular Immunotherapy Treatment
Autologous Cellular Immunotherapy Treatment
120: Infectious Diseases
No records returned for this chapter.
130: Mental Health
[8 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
130.1
Inpatient Hospital Stays for Treatment of Alcoholism
Inpatient Hospital Stays for Treatment of Alcoholism
130.2
Outpatient Hospital Services for Treatment of Alcoholism
Outpatient Hospital Services for Treatment of Alcoholism
130.3
Chemical AversionTherapy for Treatment of Alcoholism
Chemical AversionTherapy for Treatment of Alcoholism
130.4
Electrical Aversion Therapy for Treatment of Alcoholism
Electrical Aversion Therapy for Treatment of Alcoholism
130.5
Treatment of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse in a Freestanding Clinic
Treatment of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse in a Freestanding Clinic
130.6
Treatment of Drug Abuse (Chemical Dependency)
Treatment of Drug Abuse (Chemical Dependency)
130.7
Withdrawal Treatments for Narcotic Addictions
Withdrawal Treatments for Narcotic Addictions
130.8
Hemodialysis for Treatment of Schizophrenia
Hemodialysis for Treatment of Schizophrenia
140: Miscellaneous Surgical Procedures
[8 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
140.1
Abortion
Abortion
140.2
Breast Reconstruction Following Mastectomy
Breast Reconstruction Following Mastectomy
140.3
Transsexual Surgery
Transsexual Surgery
140.4
Plastic Surgery to Correct "Moon Face"
Plastic Surgery to Correct "Moon Face"
140.5
Laser Procedures
Laser Procedures
140.6
Wrong Surgical or Other Invasive Procedure Performed on a Patient
Wrong Surgical or Other Invasive Procedure Performed on a Patient
140.7
Surgical or Other Invasive Procedure Performed on the Wrong Body Part
Surgical or Other Invasive Procedure Performed on the Wrong Body Part
140.8
Surgical or Other Invasive Procedure Performed on the Wrong Patient
Surgical or Other Invasive Procedure Performed on the Wrong Patient
150: Musculoskeletal System
[11 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
150.1
Manipulation
Manipulation
150.2
Osteogenic Stimulators
Osteogenic Stimulators
150.3
Bone (Mineral) Density Studies
Bone (Mineral) Density Studies
150.5
Diathermy Treatment
Diathermy Treatment
150.6
Vitamin B12 Injections to Strengthen Tendons, Ligaments, etc., of the Foot
Vitamin B12 Injections to Strengthen Tendons, Ligaments, etc., of the Foot
150.7
Prolotherapy, Joint Sclerotherapy, and Ligamentous Injections with Sclerosing Agents
Prolotherapy, Joint Sclerotherapy, and Ligamentous Injections with Sclerosing Agents
150.8
Fluidized Therapy Dry Heat for Certain Musculoskeletal Disorders
Fluidized Therapy Dry Heat for Certain Musculoskeletal Disorders
150.9
Arthroscopic Lavage and Arthroscopic Debridement for the Osteoarthritic Knee
Arthroscopic Lavage and Arthroscopic Debridement for the Osteoarthritic Knee
150.10
Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement (LADR)
Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement (LADR)
150.11
Thermal Intradiscal Procedures (TIPs)
Thermal Intradiscal Procedures (TIPs)
150.12
Collagen Meniscus Implant
Collagen Meniscus Implant
160: Nervous System
[26 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
160.1
Induced Lesions of Nerve Tracts
Induced Lesions of Nerve Tracts
160.2
Treatment of Motor Function Disorders with Electric Nerve Stimulation
Treatment of Motor Function Disorders with Electric Nerve Stimulation
160.4
Stereotactic Cingulotomy as a Means of Psychosurgery
Stereotactic Cingulotomy as a Means of Psychosurgery
160.5
Stereotaxic Depth Electrode Implantation
Stereotaxic Depth Electrode Implantation
160.6
Carotid Sinus Nerve Stimulator
Carotid Sinus Nerve Stimulator
160.7
Electrical Nerve Stimulators
Electrical Nerve Stimulators
160.7.1
Assessing Patient's Suitability for Electrical Nerve Stimulation Therapy
Assessing Patient's Suitability for Electrical Nerve Stimulation Therapy
160.8
Electroencephalographic Monitoring During Surgical Procedures Involving the Cerebral Vasculature
Electroencephalographic Monitoring During Surgical Procedures Involving the Cerebral Vasculature
160.9
Electronecephalographic (EEG) Monitoring During Open-Heart Surgery
Electronecephalographic (EEG) Monitoring During Open-Heart Surgery
160.10
Evoked Response Tests
Evoked Response Tests
160.12
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulaton (NMES)
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulaton (NMES)
160.13
Supplies Used in the Delivery of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) and Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)
Supplies Used in the Delivery of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) and Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)
160.14
Invasive Intracranial Pressure Monitoring
Invasive Intracranial Pressure Monitoring
160.15
Electrotherapy for Treatment of Facial Nerve Paralysis (Bell's Palsy)
Electrotherapy for Treatment of Facial Nerve Paralysis (Bell's Palsy)
160.16
Vertebral Axial Decompression (VAX-D)
Vertebral Axial Decompression (VAX-D)
160.17
L-Dopa
L-Dopa
160.18
Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS)
Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS)
160.19
Phrenic Nerve Stimulator
Phrenic Nerve Stimulator
160.20
Transfer Factor for Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis
Transfer Factor for Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis
160.21
Telephone Transmission of EEGs
Telephone Transmission of EEGs
160.22
Ambulatory EEG Monitoring
Ambulatory EEG Monitoring
160.23
Sensory Nerve Conduction Threshold Tests (sNCTs)
Sensory Nerve Conduction Threshold Tests (sNCTs)
160.24
Deep Brain Stimulation for Essential Tremor and Parkinson’s Disease
Deep Brain Stimulation for Essential Tremor and Parkinson’s Disease
160.25
Multiple Electroconvulsive Therapy (MECT)
Multiple Electroconvulsive Therapy (MECT)
160.26
Cavernous Nerves by Electrical Stimulation with Penile Plethsmography
Cavernous Nerves by Electrical Stimulation with Penile Plethsmography
160.27
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) for Chronic Low Back Pain (CLBP)
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) for Chronic Low Back Pain (CLBP)
170: Nonphysician Practitioner Services (PT/OT/SLP/Audiologists/CRNA
[3 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
170.1
Institutional and Home Care Patient Education Programs
Institutional and Home Care Patient Education Programs
170.2
Melodic Intonation Therapy
Melodic Intonation Therapy
170.3
Speech-Language Pathology Services for the Treatment of Dysphagia
Speech-Language Pathology Services for the Treatment of Dysphagia
180: Nutrition
[2 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
180.1
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Medical Nutrition Therapy
180.2
Enteral and Parenteral Nutritional Therapy
Enteral and Parenteral Nutritional Therapy
190: Pathology and Laboratory
[34 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
190.1
Histocompatibility Testing
Histocompatibility Testing
190.2
Diagnostic Pap Smears
Diagnostic Pap Smears
190.3
Cytogenetic Studies
Cytogenetic Studies
190.4
Electron Microscope
Electron Microscope
190.5
Sweat Test
Sweat Test
190.6
Hair Analysis
Hair Analysis
190.7
Human Tumor Stem Cell Drug Sensitivity Assays
Human Tumor Stem Cell Drug Sensitivity Assays
190.8
Lymphocyte Mitogen Response Assays
Lymphocyte Mitogen Response Assays
190.9
Serologic Testing for Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
Serologic Testing for Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
190.10
Laboratory Tests - CRD Patients
Laboratory Tests - CRD Patients
190.11
Home Prothrombin Time/International Normalized Ratio (PT/INR) Monitoring for Anticoagulation Management
Home Prothrombin Time/International Normalized Ratio (PT/INR) Monitoring for Anticoagulation Management
190.12
Urine Culture, Bacterial
Urine Culture, Bacterial
190.13
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Testing (Prognosis Including Monitoring)
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Testing (Prognosis Including Monitoring)
190.14
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Testing (Diagnosis)
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Testing (Diagnosis)
190.15
Blood Counts
Blood Counts
190.16
Partial ThromboplastinTime (PTT)
Partial ThromboplastinTime (PTT)
190.17
Prothrombin Time (PT)
Prothrombin Time (PT)
190.18
Serum Iron Studies
Serum Iron Studies
190.19
Collagen Crosslinks, any Method
Collagen Crosslinks, any Method
190.20
Blood Glucose Testing
Blood Glucose Testing
190.21
Glycated Hemoglobin/Glycated Protein
Glycated Hemoglobin/Glycated Protein
190.22
Thyroid Testing
Thyroid Testing
190.23
Lipid Testing
Lipid Testing
190.24
Digoxin Therapeutic Drug Assay
Digoxin Therapeutic Drug Assay
190.25
Alpha-fetoprotein
Alpha-fetoprotein
190.26
Carcinoembryonic Antigen
Carcinoembryonic Antigen
190.27
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
190.28
Tumor Antigen by Immunoassay - CA 125
Tumor Antigen by Immunoassay - CA 125
190.29
Tumor Antigen by Immunoassay - CA 15-3/CA 27.29
Tumor Antigen by Immunoassay - CA 15-3/CA 27.29
190.30
Tumor Antigen by Immunoassay - CA 19-9
Tumor Antigen by Immunoassay - CA 19-9
190.31
Prostate Specific Antigen
Prostate Specific Antigen
190.32
Gamma Glutamyl Transferase
Gamma Glutamyl Transferase
190.33
Hepatitis Panel/Acute Hepatitis Panel
Hepatitis Panel/Acute Hepatitis Panel
190.34
Fecal Occult Blood Test
Fecal Occult Blood Test
200: Pharmacology
[2 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
200.1
Nesiritide for Treatment of Heart Failure Patients
Nesiritide for Treatment of Heart Failure Patients
200.2
Nebulized Beta Adrenergic Agonist Therapy for Lung Diseases
Nebulized Beta Adrenergic Agonist Therapy for Lung Diseases
210: Prevention
[11 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
210.1
Prostate Cancer Screening Tests
Prostate Cancer Screening Tests
210.2
Screening Pap Smears and Pelvic Examinations for Early Detection of Cervical or Vaginal Cancer
Screening Pap Smears and Pelvic Examinations for Early Detection of Cervical or Vaginal Cancer
210.3
Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
210.4
Smoking and Tobacco-Use Cessation Counseling
Smoking and Tobacco-Use Cessation Counseling
210.4.1
Counseling to Prevent Tobacco Use
Counseling to Prevent Tobacco Use
210.7
Screening for the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infection
Screening for the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infection
210.8
Screening and Behavioral Counseling Interventions in Primary Care to Reduce Alcohol Misuse
Screening and Behavioral Counseling Interventions in Primary Care to Reduce Alcohol Misuse
210.9
Screening for Depression in Adults
Screening for Depression in Adults
210.10
Screening for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and High-Intensity Behavioral Counseling (HIBC) to Prevent STIs
Screening for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and High-Intensity Behavioral Counseling (HIBC) to Prevent STIs
210.11
Intensive Behavioral Therapy for Cardiovascular Disease
Intensive Behavioral Therapy for Cardiovascular Disease
210.12
Intensive Behavioral Therapy for Obesity
Intensive Behavioral Therapy for Obesity
220: Radiology
[32 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
220.1
Computed Tomography
Computed Tomography
220.2
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
220.2.1
Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy
Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy
220.3
Magnetic Resonance Angiography
Magnetic Resonance Angiography
220.4
Mammograms
Mammograms
220.5
Ultrasound Diagnostic Procedures
Ultrasound Diagnostic Procedures
220.6
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scans
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scans
220.6.1
PET for Perfusion of the Heart
PET for Perfusion of the Heart
220.6.10
FDG PET for Breast Cancer
FDG PET for Breast Cancer
220.6.11
FDG PET for Thyroid Cancer
FDG PET for Thyroid Cancer
220.6.12
FDG PET for Soft Tissue Sarcoma
FDG PET for Soft Tissue Sarcoma
220.6.13
FDG PET for Dementia and Neurodegenerative Diseases
FDG PET for Dementia and Neurodegenerative Diseases
220.6.14
FDG PET for Brain, Cervical, Ovarian, Pancreatic, Small Cell Lung, and Testicular Cancers
FDG PET for Brain, Cervical, Ovarian, Pancreatic, Small Cell Lung, and Testicular Cancers
220.6.15
FDG PET for All Other Cancer Indications Not Previously Specified
FDG PET for All Other Cancer Indications Not Previously Specified
220.6.16
FDG PET for Infection and Inflammation
FDG PET for Infection and Inflammation
220.6.17
Positron Emission Tomography (FDG) for Oncologic Conditions
Positron Emission Tomography (FDG) for Oncologic Conditions
220.6.19
Positron Emission Tomography (NaF-18) to Identify Bone Metastasis of Cancer
Positron Emission Tomography (NaF-18) to Identify Bone Metastasis of Cancer
220.6.2
FDG PET for Lung Cancer
FDG PET for Lung Cancer
220.6.3
FDG PET for Esophageal Cancer
FDG PET for Esophageal Cancer
220.6.4
FDG PET for Colorectal Cancer
FDG PET for Colorectal Cancer
220.6.5
FDG PET for Lymphoma
FDG PET for Lymphoma
220.6.6
FDG PET for Melanoma
FDG PET for Melanoma
220.6.7
FDG PET for Head and Neck Cancers
FDG PET for Head and Neck Cancers
220.6.8
FDG PET for Myocardial Viability
FDG PET for Myocardial Viability
220.6.9
FDG PET for Refractory Seizures
FDG PET for Refractory Seizures
220.7
Xenon Scan
Xenon Scan
220.8
Nuclear Radiology Procedure
Nuclear Radiology Procedure
220.9
Digital Subtraction Angiography
Digital Subtraction Angiography
220.10
Portable Hand-Held X-Ray Instrument
Portable Hand-Held X-Ray Instrument
220.11
Thermography
Thermography
220.12
Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT)
Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT)
220.13
Percutaneous Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
Percutaneous Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
230: Renal and Genitourinary System - ESRD Services
[19 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
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230.1
Treatment of Kidney Stones
Treatment of Kidney Stones
230.2
Uroflowmetric Evaluations
Uroflowmetric Evaluations
230.3
Sterilization
Sterilization
230.4
Diagnosis and Treatment of Impotence
Diagnosis and Treatment of Impotence
230.5
Gravlee Jet Washer
Gravlee Jet Washer
230.6
Vabra Aspirator
Vabra Aspirator
230.7
Water Purification and Softening Systems Used in Conjunction with Home Dialysis
Water Purification and Softening Systems Used in Conjunction with Home Dialysis
230.8
Non-Implantable Pelvic Floor Electrical Stimulator
Non-Implantable Pelvic Floor Electrical Stimulator
230.9
Cryosurgery of Prostate
Cryosurgery of Prostate
230.10
Incontinence Control Devices
Incontinence Control Devices
230.11
Diagnostic Pap Smears
Diagnostic Pap Smears
230.12
Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO)
Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO)
230.13
Peridex CAPD Filter Set
Peridex CAPD Filter Set
230.14
Ultrafiltration Monitor
Ultrafiltration Monitor
230.15
Electrical Continence Aid
Electrical Continence Aid
230.16
Bladder Stimulators (Pacemakers)
Bladder Stimulators (Pacemakers)
230.17
Urinary Drainage Bags
Urinary Drainage Bags
230.18
Sacral Nerve Stimulation For Urinary Incontinence
Sacral Nerve Stimulation For Urinary Incontinence
230.19
Levocarnitine for use in the Treatment of Carnitine Deficiency in ESRD Patients
Levocarnitine for use in the Treatment of Carnitine Deficiency in ESRD Patients
240: Respiratory System
[11 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
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240.1
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (Reduction Pneumoplasty)
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (Reduction Pneumoplasty)
240.2
Home Use of Oxygen
Home Use of Oxygen
240.2.1
Home Use of Oxygen in Approved Clinical Trials
Home Use of Oxygen in Approved Clinical Trials
240.2.2
Home Oxygen Use to Treat Cluster Headache (CH)
Home Oxygen Use to Treat Cluster Headache (CH)
240.3
Heat Treatment, Including the Use of Diathermy and Ultra-Sound for Pulmonary Conditions
Heat Treatment, Including the Use of Diathermy and Ultra-Sound for Pulmonary Conditions
240.4
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Therapy For Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Therapy For Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
240.4.1
Sleep Testing for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
Sleep Testing for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
240.5
Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilator (IPV)
Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilator (IPV)
240.6
Transvenous (Catheter) Pulmonary Embolectomy
Transvenous (Catheter) Pulmonary Embolectomy
240.7
Postural Drainage Procedures and Pulmonary Exercises
Postural Drainage Procedures and Pulmonary Exercises
240.8
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
250: Skin
[5 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
250.1
Treatment of Psoriasis
Treatment of Psoriasis
250.2
Hemorheograph
Hemorheograph
250.3
Intravenous Immune Globulin for the Treatment of Autoimmune Mucocutaneous Blistering Diseases
Intravenous Immune Globulin for the Treatment of Autoimmune Mucocutaneous Blistering Diseases
250.4
Treatment of Actinic Keratosis
Treatment of Actinic Keratosis
250.5
Dermal Injections for the Treatment of Facial Lipodystrophy Syndrome (LDS)
Dermal Injections for the Treatment of Facial Lipodystrophy Syndrome (LDS)
260: Transplantation - Solid Organ Transplants
[9 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
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260.1
Adult Liver Transplantation
Adult Liver Transplantation
260.2
Pediatric Liver Transplantation
Pediatric Liver Transplantation
260.3
Pancreas Transplants
Pancreas Transplants
260.3.1
Islet Cell Transplantation in the Context of a Clinical Trial
Islet Cell Transplantation in the Context of a Clinical Trial
260.5
Intestinal and Multi-Visceral Transplantation
Intestinal and Multi-Visceral Transplantation
260.6
Dental Examination Prior to Kidney Transplantation
Dental Examination Prior to Kidney Transplantation
260.7
Lymphocyte Immune Globulin, Anti-Thymocyte Globulin (Equine)
Lymphocyte Immune Globulin, Anti-Thymocyte Globulin (Equine)
260.9
Heart Transplants
Heart Transplants
260.10
Heartsbreath Test for Heart Transplant Rejection
Heartsbreath Test for Heart Transplant Rejection
270: Wound Treatment
[6 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
270.1
Electrical Stimulation (ES) and Electromagnetic Therapy for the Treatment of Wounds
Electrical Stimulation (ES) and Electromagnetic Therapy for the Treatment of Wounds
270.2
Noncontact Normothermic Wound Therapy (NNWT)
Noncontact Normothermic Wound Therapy (NNWT)
270.3
Blood-Derived Products for Chronic Non-Healing Wounds
Blood-Derived Products for Chronic Non-Healing Wounds
270.4
Treatment of Decubitus Ulcers
Treatment of Decubitus Ulcers
270.5
Porcine Skin and Gradient Pressure Dressings
Porcine Skin and Gradient Pressure Dressings
270.6
Infrared Therapy Devices
Infrared Therapy Devices
280: Medical and Surgical Supplies
[13 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
Select All
280.1
Durable Medical Equipment Reference List
Durable Medical Equipment Reference List
280.2
White Cane for Use by a Blind Person
White Cane for Use by a Blind Person
280.3
Mobility Assistive Equipment (MAE)
Mobility Assistive Equipment (MAE)
280.4
Seat Lift
Seat Lift
280.6
Pneumatic Compression Devices
Pneumatic Compression Devices
280.7
Hospital Beds
Hospital Beds
280.8
Air-Fluidized Bed
Air-Fluidized Bed
280.10
Prosthetic Shoe
Prosthetic Shoe
280.11
Corset Used as Hernia Support
Corset Used as Hernia Support
280.12
Sykes Hernia Control
Sykes Hernia Control
280.13
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulators (TENS)
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulators (TENS)
280.14
Infusion Pumps
Infusion Pumps
280.15
INDEPENDENCE iBOT 4000 Mobility System
INDEPENDENCE iBOT 4000 Mobility System
290: Nursing Services
[2 Records]
NCD Section
NCD Title
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290.1
Home Health Visits to a Blind Diabetic
Home Health Visits to a Blind Diabetic
290.2
Home Health Nurses' Visits to Patients Requiring Heparin Injection
Home Health Nurses' Visits to Patients Requiring Heparin Injection
300: Diagnostic Tests Not Otherwise Classified
[1 Record]
NCD Section
NCD Title
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300.1
Obsolete or Unreliable Diagnostic Tests
Obsolete or Unreliable Diagnostic Tests
310: Clinical Trials
[1 Record]
NCD Section
NCD Title
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310.1
Routine Costs in Clinical Trials
Routine Costs in Clinical Trials
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