Article Detail - JA DME

Supplies used in the management of incontinence include but are not limited to the following items. These items will be denied as non-covered because they are not prosthetic devices, nor are they required for the effective use of a prosthetic device:

• Creams, salves, lotions, barriers (liquid, spray, wipes, powder, paste) or other skin care products (A6250)
• Catheter care kits (A9270)
• Adhesive remover (A4455, A4456) (Coverage remains for use with ostomy supplies.)
• Catheter clamp or plug (A9270)
• Non-disposable underpads (A4553)
• Disposable underpads, e.g., Chux (A4554)
• Diapers, or incontinent garments, disposable or reusable (A4520)
• Drainage bag holder or stand (A9270)
• Urinary suspensory without leg bag (A9270)
• Measuring container (A9270)
• Urinary drainage tray (A9270)
• Gauze pads (A6216, A6217, A6218) and other dressings (coverage remains under other benefits, e.g., surgical dressings)
• Other incontinence products not directly related to the use of a covered urinary catheter or external urinary collection device (A9270)
• Disposable external urethral clamp or compression device, with pad and/or pouch (A4360)