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90870 - P/X Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

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Procedure / ServiceP/X Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Procedure / Service Description

P Continuity of Care All - Outpatient ECT requires PA. (If admitted to inpatient only for ECT, PA required. If admitted for P/X Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) 90870 any other behavioral health issue, no PA required for ECT during an inpatient stay.)

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