Authorization Requirement Removed for Electroconvulsive Therapy (90870)

Update #: OPSSAELECTRO070124
Effective Date: July 1, 2024
Applicable Plan(s):Medicaid and Medicare
Applicable Policy: N/A
Business Owner: Utilization Management (UM)
Current State: Authorization Required
Future State: Authorization requirements for Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) 90870 was removed. Providers should provide the service to members and file a claim for reimbursement.

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Authorization Requirement Removed for Electroconvulsive Therapy (90870)