The term precertification here means the utilization review process to determine whether the requested service, procedure, prescription drug or medical device meets the company's clinical criteria for coverage.Should the following terms and conditions be acceptable to you, please indicate your agreement and acceptance by selecting the button below labeled "I Accept". In the event that a member disagrees with a coverage determination, member may be eligible for the right to an internal appeal and/or an independent external appeal in accordance with applicable federal or state law. Medical necessity determinations in connection with coverage decisions are made on a case-by-case basis. Please note also that the ABA Medical Necessity Guide may be updated and are, therefore, subject to change. Some plans exclude coverage for services or supplies that Aetna considers medically necessary. The member's benefit plan determines coverage. The conclusion that a particular service or supply is medically necessary does not constitute a representation or warranty that this service or supply is covered (i.e., will be paid for by Aetna) for a particular member. Members and their providers will need to consult the member's benefit plan to determine if there are any exclusions or other benefit limitations applicable to this service or supply. Members should discuss any matters related to their coverage or condition with their treating provider.Įach benefit plan defines which services are covered, which are excluded, and which are subject to dollar caps or other limits. Treating providers are solely responsible for medical advice and treatment of members. The ABA Medical Necessity Guide does not constitute medical advice. The Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Medical Necessity Guide helps determine appropriate (medically necessary) levels and types of care for patients in need of evaluation and treatment for behavioral health conditions. If you have Aetna Medicaid coverage, member cost share for diagnostic testing related to COVID-19 will be waived.īy clicking on “I Accept”, I acknowledge and accept that: We will no longer cover out-of-network lab tests for members who do not have out-of-network benefits. If you have a Medicare Advantage plan, beginning May 12, 2023, members will continue to pay $0 in-network. Log in to your secure member website to review your specific Aetna plan and coverage information. Benefit cost sharing means that you may have to pay a portion of the diagnostic testing cost, through your deductible, copay or coinsurance. If you have coverage through your employer (plan sponsor), or an individual and family (ACA) plan, beginning May 12, 2023, most Aetna plans will cover COVID-19 diagnostic testing with standard benefit cost sharing for plans with in and out of network benefits including doctors offices, clinics, labs and pharmacies where available. The Public Health Emergency (PHE) for COVID-19 ended May 11, 2023, changing federal rules for coverage of testing, vaccinations, and treatment.
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