DESCRIPTION
Low-level infrared therapy is a type of low-energy laser that uses light in the infrared spectrum. The Anodyne ® Therapy System is a type of low-level infrared therapy. The manufacturer states the Anodyne ® Therapy System increases circulation and reduces pain by increasing the release of nitric oxide and is being promoted for augmenting wound healing, for reversing the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy in people with diabetes, and for treating lymphedema..
POLICY
Anodyne ® therapy for all therapies is experimental/investigational due to the lack of appropriate studies.
CPT Code
97799 Providers should bill the NOC code as listed.
Published in the March 1, 2004 Blue Shield Report.
(Web updated 2/2005)
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