Panniculectomy Surgery
UnitedHealthcare medical policy defining when panniculectomy is considered reconstructive/medically necessary (per InterQual CP: Procedures, Panniculectomy, Abdominal) versus cosmetic/not medically necessary; includes applicability exclusions by state, definitions, supporting evidence, and applicable CPT codes.
Title changed from 'Panniculectomy and Body Contouring Procedures' to 'Panniculectomy Surgery' and coverage rationale updated.
Removed CPT codes 15832–15839 and 15876 from Applicable Codes list.
Updated state-specific application references (Ohio, Louisiana) to reflect current titles/links for state-specific policy versions.
Updated Description of Services, Clinical Evidence, FDA, and References sections to reflect current information.
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