Does the compression garment require a full-thickness debridement (11042) in order for the dressing to be covered by Medicare?
CPT 97597 is fine for EXTREMIT-EASE and 11042 is not necessary. In the surgical dressing LCD and LCA, a Read More →
I sized the garment properly, but why does the garment seem too small for my patient?
During the initial use of the product, the materials are NEW, flat, and can be stiff. Over time, the Read More →
How to properly size for EXTREMIT-EASE
To find the proper size garment, you must be able to measure the calf, ankle, and distance from the Read More →
How do I measure for compression socks?
The garment liners are based primarily on foot size.
How often can EXTREMIT-EASE be dispensed to a patient?
Medicare's LTA policy states patients are eligible for a new set of garments every 6 months for up to Read More →
What qualifies a patient for using EXTREMIT-EASE?
The indications are: The Management of mild-to-moderate swelling from lymphedema, chronic venous insufficiency, acute post-operative edema, and other swelling Read More →
How many EXTREMIT-EASE Garments can be dispensed to a patient?
EXTREMIT-EASE is now eligible for continued benefits under the LTA. Medicare's LTA policy states patients are eligible for a Read More →
How to determine the amount of compression given by EXTREMIT-Ease Compression Garment?
The design of the EXTREMIT-EASE Compression Garment includes a white line sewn into the side of the garment and Read More →
Does EXTREMIT-EASE provide foot compression?
The garment liner included with the EXTREMIT-EASE Compression Garment provides 10-15 mmHg of compression to the foot and 3-5 Read More →
Is EXTREMIT-EASE reimbursable?
Yes. PDAC assigned EXTREMIT-EASE Compression Garment HCPCS Code A6545.
