Medicare Reimbursement for Low Vision Rehabilitation

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Topic: Low Vision Rehabilitation

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Updated: 02/01/2023

This FAQ addresses the following:

Does Medicare cover low vision rehabilitation (LVR)?
Who is eligible to receive these services?
Who may provide LVR services?
What services are included in LVR?
How must the initial low vision assessment be documented?
What documentation is required for LVR?
How should claims be submitted?
What does Medicare allow for these services?
Are diagnostic tests covered at the same time as the exam?

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The reimbursement information is provided by Corcoran Consulting Group based on publicly available information from CMS, the AMA, and other sources. The reader is strongly encouraged to review federal and state laws, regulations, code sets, and official instructions promulgated by Medicare and other payers. This document is not an official source nor is it a complete guide on reimbursement. Although we believe this information is accurate at the time of publication, the reader is reminded that this information, including references and hyperlinks, changes over time, and may be incorrect at any time following publication.

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