Billing and Coding can differ by plan, at times, causing confusion for clinicians and tobacco users seeking treatment. In general, ATTUD advocates for coverage with no patient cost-sharing (co-pays, deductibles, etc) and coverage of all seven FDA-approved cessation medications, including combination medications.
- Medicare
- Private/ACA Plan Requirements
- Medicaid coverage varies by state. For information on the longstanding, comprehensive
MassHealth Medicaid program, click here - ICD-10 coding
- For a comprehensive discussion regarding integrating tobacco treatment into clinical practice see Leone, et. al, Chest 2016; 149(2): 568-575.