Electrical Stimulation and Electromagnetic Therapy for the Treatment of Woundsq
A reconsideration review of electromagnetic therapy
for the treatment of wounds was conducted and results were found to be similar to those
for electrical stimulation for the treatment of wounds. Therefore, effective July 1, 2004,
CMS will cover electromagnetic therapy for the treatment of wounds for the same
settings and conditions electrical stimulation for the treatment of wounds is currently
covered. This means that Medicare will allow either one covered ES therapy or one
covered electromagnetic therapy for the treatment of wounds.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: March 19, 2004
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