Continuous Passive Motion and Mechanical Stretching Devices Form
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Continuous Passive Motion
Continuous passive motion (CPM) devices are designed to aid recovery following
surgery or injury to joints or associated tissues. Movement of the joint is provided
by a motorized device, which makes it passive rather than active motion. While
some CPM devices attach to a bed frame and must be used with the individual lying
down, other CPM devices are portable and battery operated for home use. CPM is
proposed for use initially following surgery or injury along with standard physical
therapy (PT).
Continuous Passive Motion and Mechanical Stretching Devices
Effective Date: 02/02/2023
Revision Date: 02/02/2023
Review Date: 02/02/2023
Policy Number: HUM-0323-019
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Mechanical Stretching Devices
Mechanical stretching devices differ from CPM devices in that they are
nonmotorized and are generally proposed as an adjunct treatment to PT and/or
exercise. These devices may also be referred to as dynamic devices, which mean
they allow some controlled motion; they differ from static devices which do not
allow any movement at all, making those an orthotic device. For information
regarding static devices, including static AFO (ankle-foot orthosis), please refer to
Orthotics Medical Coverage Policy.
Mechanical stretching devices may be classified into one of the following three
categories:
• Low-load prolonged-duration stretch (LLPS) devices, also referred to as dynamic
splinting, permit active and passive motion with elastic traction within a limited
range and maintain a set level of tension by means of incorporated springs.
Examples of LLPS devices include, but may not be limited to: DEROM (ankle,
elbow, knee, wrist), Dynasplint, JAS Advance Dynamic, Pro-Glide, SaeboFlex,
SaeboReach and Ultraflex.
• Patient-actuated serial stretch (PASS) devices are purported to permit active
and passive motion with elastic traction within a limited range, but also provide
a low- to high-level load to the joint using pneumatic, hydraulic or tensioning
systems that can be adjusted by the individual. Examples of PASS devices
include, but may not be limited to: ERMI Elbow Extensionater, ERMI Knee
Extensionater, ERMI Knee/Ankle Flexionater and ERMI Shoulder Flexionater.
• Static progressive stretch (SPS) devices hold the joint in a set position but are
purported to allow for manual modification of the joint angle without exerting
stress on the tissue unless the angle is set to the joint’s limitations. While these
devices allow for movement (passive or active) within a limited range, the
motion is free and does not provide elastic traction. Examples of SPS devices
include, but may not be limited to: Joint Active Systems (JAS) Splints (eg, JAS EZ
systems [ankle, elbow, finger, knee extension, knee flexion, pronation/
supination, shoulder, thumb and wrist], JAS SPS systems [ankle, elbow, knee,
pronation-supination (pro/sup), shoulder, wrist]), Stat-A-Dyne and Static-Pro
(elbow, knee, wrist).
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Continuous Passive Motion and Mechanical Stretching Devices
Effective Date: 02/02/2023
Revision Date: 02/02/2023
Review Date: 02/02/2023
Policy Number: HUM-0323-019
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Coverage
Determination
For information regarding jaw mobility devices for the treatment of TMJ disorders,
please refer to Temporomandibular Joint Disorders Medical Coverage Policy.
NOTE: Mechanical stretching devices are NOT orthotic devices. For information
regarding orthotics, please refer to Orthotics Medical Coverage Policy.
CPM
Humana members may NOT be eligible under the Plan for CPM devices (E0935,
E0936) for ANY indication including, but not limited to, total knee arthroplasty
(TKA) or revision TKA OR injury or surgery of the articular tissues of the shoulder.
These are considered not medically necessary as defined in the member’s individual
certificate. Please refer to the member’s individual certificate for the specific
definition.
Note: The criteria for CPM devices are not consistent with the Medicare National
Coverage Policy and therefore may not be applicable to Medicare members. Refer
to the CMS website for additional information.
Mechanical Stretching Devices
Humana members may NOT be eligible under the Plan for mechanical stretching
devices for ANY indication:
• LLPS mechanical stretching devices/dynamic adjustable devices (E1800, E1802,
E1805, E1810, E1812, E1815, E1820, E1825, E1830, E1840, L4396) including, but
may not be limited to:
o AFO (dynamic) (L4396); OR
o DEROM (ankle, elbow, knee, wrist); OR
o Dynasplint; OR
o JAS Advance Dynamic; OR
o Pro-Glide; OR
o SaeboFlex; OR
o SaeboReach; OR
o Ultraflex; OR
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may not be included. This document is for informational purposes only.
Continuous Passive Motion and Mechanical Stretching Devices
Effective Date: 02/02/2023
Revision Date: 02/02/2023
Review Date: 02/02/2023
Policy Number: HUM-0323-019
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• PASS devices including, but may not be limited to:
o ERMI Elbow Extensionater; OR
o ERMI Knee Extensionater; OR
o ERMI Knee/Ankle Flexionater; OR
o ERMI Shoulder Flexionater; OR
• SPS devices (E1801, E1806, E1811, E1816, E1818, E1821, E1831, E1841)
including, but may not be limited to:
o JAS EZ (ankle, elbow, finger, knee extension, knee flexion, pronation/
supination [pro/sup], shoulder, thumb, wrist); OR
o JAS SPS (ankle, elbow, knee, pronation/supination [pro/sup], shoulder, wrist);
OR
o Joint Active Systems products; OR
o Stat-A-Dyne; OR
o Static-Pro (elbow, knee, wrist)
These are considered not medically necessary as defined in the member’s individual
certificate. Please refer to the member’s individual certificate for the specific
definition.
Background
Additional information about joint conditions of the ankle, elbow, finger, knee or
shoulder may be found from the following websites:
• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• National Library of Medicine
Medical
Alternatives
Alternatives to CPM or mechanical stretching devices include, but may not be
limited to, the following:
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Continuous Passive Motion and Mechanical Stretching Devices
Effective Date: 02/02/2023
Revision Date: 02/02/2023
Review Date: 02/02/2023
Policy Number: HUM-0323-019
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• Physical therapy (please refer to Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
Medical Coverage Policy)
Physician consultation is advised to make an informed decision based on an
individual’s health needs.
Provider Claims
Codes
Any CPT, HCPCS or ICD codes listed on this medical coverage policy are for
informational purposes only. Do not rely on the accuracy and inclusion of specific
codes. Inclusion of a code does not guarantee coverage and or reimbursement for a
service or procedure.
CPT®
Code(s)
No code(s) identified
CPT®
Category III
Code(s)
No code(s) identified
Description
Comments
Description
Comments
HCPCS
Code(s)
E0935
E0936
Description
Continuous passive motion exercise device for use on knee only
Continuous passive motion exercise device for use other than
knee
E1399
Durable medical equipment, miscellaneous
E1800
E1801
E1802
Dynamic adjustable elbow extension/flexion device, includes
soft interface material
Static progressive stretch elbow device, extension and/or
flexion, with or without range of motion adjustment, includes
all components and accessories
Dynamic adjustable forearm pronation/supination device,
includes soft interface material
Comments
Not Covered
Not Covered
Not Covered if used to
report any device
outlined in Coverage
Determination section
Not Covered
Not Covered
Not Covered
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- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline. Surgical management of osteoarthritis of the knee. https://www.aaos.org. Published 1996. Updated December 2, 2022. Accessed December 23, 2022.
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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). National Coverage Determination (NCD). Durable medical equipment reference list (280.1). https://www.cms.gov. Published May 5, 2005. Accessed December 22, 2022. See the DISCLAIMER. All Humana member health plan contracts are NOT the same. All legislation/regulations on this subject may not be included. This document is for informational purposes only.
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