Initial physician evaluation and management of a diabetic patient with diabetic sensory neuropathy resulting in a loss of protective sensation (lops) which must include: (1) the diagnosis of lops, (2) a patient history, (3) a physical examination that consists of at least the following elements: (a) visual inspection of the forefoot, hindfoot and toe web spaces, (b)evaluation of a protective sensation, (c) evaluation of foot structure and biomechanics, (d) evaluation of vascular status and skin integrity, and (e) evaluation and recommendation of footwear and (4) patient education
This is the 2011 version of HCPCS G0245 - please refer to the 2016 HCPCS code set for the latest version.
Added on Monday, July 01, 2002
Status changed on Monday, July 01, 2002 to: No maintenance for this code
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Medicare coverage status: Special coverage instructions apply