CurrentUnitedHealthcarePolicy CS023KS.02

Computerized Dynamic Posturography (for Kansas Only)

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan medical policy for the use of computerized dynamic posturography (CDP) in Kansas only; defines coverage rationale, clinical evidence, applicable CPT codes, and policy history for CDP testing.

Policy Summary

PayerUnitedHealthcare

PolicyComputerized Dynamic Posturography (for Kansas Only)

Policy CodePolicy CS023KS.02

Change TypeUpdated Clinical Evidence

Effective DateApr 1, 2026

Next Review Date

Key ActionWhen adjudicating claims for CDP (CPT 92548, 92549) in Kansas, apply this medical policy which states CDP is unproven and not medically necessary for any condition; inclusion of the CPT code in the policy does not imply coverage or reimbursement.

POLICY UPDATE CHANGES

Updated Clinical Evidence section to reflect the most current information.

1State-specific policy (Kansas only)

2CPT codes listed

0Covered Indications

Coverage Summary & Rationale

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan medical policy for Kansas: Computerized Dynamic Posturography (CDP) is not covered (policy CS023KS.02 effective 04/01/2026). The policy concludes CDP testing is unproven and not medically necessary for evaluating any condition due to insufficient evidence of efficacy.

Policy key values

effective dateApril 1, 2026

policy_numberCS023KS.02

scope_summaryUnitedHealthcare Community Plan medical policy for the use of computerized dynamic posturography (CDP) in Kansas only; defines coverage rationale, clinical evidence, applicable CPT codes, and policy history for CDP testing.

state-specific noteState-specific policy (Kansas only)

coverage_stanceNot covered — CDP testing is unproven and not medically necessary for evaluating any condition (not_covered_cosmetic).

Coverage Rationale / Medically Necessary Determination

Computerized dynamic posturography testing is considered:

Computerized dynamic posturography testing (including balance board testing, equilibrium platform testing) is unproven and not medically necessary for evaluating any condition due to insufficient evidence of efficacy.

Applicable Procedure Codes

Applicable CPT codes (reference only)CPTNot Covered

92548	Computerized dynamic posturography sensory organization test (CDP-SOT), 6 conditions, including interpretation and report
92549	Computerized dynamic posturography sensory organization test (CDP-SOT), 6 conditions, including interpretation and report; with motor control test (MCT) and adaptation test (ADT)

Coding listed in this policy (e.g., CPT 92548 and 92549) is provided for reference only and does not imply that services are covered or reimbursable. When adjudicating claims for these codes in Kansas, apply this medical policy which states CDP is unproven and not medically necessary; benefit coverage is determined by federal, state, or contractual requirements which may override this policy.

Provider Guidance & Billing Notes

Documentation Required

Reference policy when adjudicating claims

When adjudicating claims for computerized dynamic posturography (CPT 92548, 92549) in Kansas, apply this medical policy which states CDP is unproven and not medically necessary for any condition; inclusion of the CPT codes in the policy does not imply coverage or reimbursement.

92548
92549

Billing Rule

Coding guidance / reference-only codes

Applicable procedure codes are provided for reference only; listing does not guarantee coverage or payment and other policies/contractual/state/federal requirements may override.

92548
92549

Clinical Evidence & Definitions

Computerized dynamic posturography (CDP) uses a platform device to evaluate balance by manipulating vision, proprioception, and vestibular function to assess an individual’s ability to maintain balance under varying sensory conditions. Standard vestibular diagnostic tests include electronystagmography and rotational chair tests that evaluate eye movements in response to head position and rotation. The policy finds overall evidence for CDP to be weak with a lack of well-designed trials demonstrating diagnostic utility compared with standard tests and insufficient evidence of consistent beneficial effects on patient-relevant outcomes.

Evidence item	Summary
Overall evidence strength	Weak; insufficient evidence of diagnostic utility or consistent beneficial effects on patient-relevant outcomes
Randomized trial (David & Shahnaz 2024)	Small RCT (n=37) showed some SOT composite and dynamic equilibrium improvements with CVRT vs HEP but limitations and no consistent participant-reported outcome differences
Systematic review (Hayes 2021/2023)	No studies met inclusion criteria; weak guideline support based on expert opinion

Computerized Dynamic Posturography (CDP): Also called moving platform posturography, balance board testing, or equilibrium platform testing; uses a platform to evaluate an individual's ability to maintain balance under varying sensory conditions.

CDP-SOT: Computerized dynamic posturography sensory organization test (6 conditions) with interpretation and report (CPT 92548/ 92549).