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29871 - Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; for infection, Prior Authorization Required Medical Necessity Including Site Submit recent history and physical, plan

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Procedure / ServiceArthroscopy, knee, surgical; for infection, Prior Authorization Required Medical Necessity Including Site Submit recent history and physical, plan
Procedure / Service Description

Services (IHS) facilities. - 29868 Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; meniscal Pre-Service Review Required Medical Necessity Pre Operative Evaluation, History and transplantation, medial or lateral Physical, and Operative report. 29871 Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; for infection, Prior Authorization Required Medical Necessity Including Site Submit recent history and physical, plan lavage and drainage of Service of care, and documentation of medical necessity including for site of service. Site

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  • Confirm benefit details
  • Submit clinical notes if requested by the plan
Next actions
  • Confirm the current plan policy before submission.
  • Use the insurer authorization workflow for this listed code.