Medical necessity determinations in connection with coverage decisions are made on a case-by-case basis. Please note also that the ABA Medical Necessity GuideВ may be updated and are, therefore, subject to change.

Some plans exclude coverage for services or supplies that Aetna considers medically necessary. Jump to Section: Aetna Better Health Ambetter Amerigroup Cigna Georgia Medicaid Humana Louisiana Medicaid Medicare. The member's benefit plan determines coverage. When thinking about filing timely claims, there are two time frames to keep in mind: The time from when the initial claim was submitted, and the time from when it was denied or resubmitted. 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.Д®ach 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 GuideВ does not constitute medical advice. The Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Medical Necessity GuideВ helps determine appropriate (medically necessary) levels and types of care for patients in need of evaluation and treatment for behavioral health conditions.

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