Humana Medicare Advantage has revised its policy for Functional Electrical Stimulators (Non-Pain) with an effective date of November 3, 2025. The policy provides coverage guidance for neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES), functional electrical stimulation (FES), and phrenic nerve stimulation devices, following existing CMS National Coverage Determinations.
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01Billing team must review and align billing practices for functional electrical stimulator devices with updated Humana Medicare Advantage policy HUM-1076-009.
02Ensure compliance with referenced CMS NCDs 160.12, 160.13, and 160.19 for NMES, supplies, and phrenic nerve stimulator coverage.
03Verify medical necessity documentation requirements for covered services and update prior authorization processes as needed.
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