UnitedHealthcare Bone Growth Stimulator - Electronic Stimulation or Ultrasound prior authorization requirements (2026)
What UnitedHealthcare generally requires to approve Bone Growth Stimulator - Electronic Stimulation or Ultrasound (CPT 20974, 20975, 20979, E0747, E0748, E0749, E0760), for Commercial plans. Yes. UnitedHealthcare generally requires prior authorization for Bone Growth Stimulator - Electronic Stimulation or Ultrasound (CPT 20974, 20975, 20979, E0747, E0748, E0749, E0760).
Medical-necessity criteria UnitedHealthcare generally applies
Patient has fracture requiring electronic stimulation or ultrasound to heal
Commonly required documentation
- Clinical documentation including fracture details, failed healing attempts, imaging studies
How to submit
- Method: portal
- Portal: Evicore
- Typical turnaround: about 3 days
Sources & verification
Prior authorization required for electronic stimulation or ultrasound to heal fractures Last verified 2026-05-06.
Frequently asked questions
Does UnitedHealthcare require prior authorization for Bone Growth Stimulator - Electronic Stimulation or Ultrasound?
Yes. UnitedHealthcare generally requires prior authorization for Bone Growth Stimulator - Electronic Stimulation or Ultrasound (CPT 20974, 20975, 20979, E0747, E0748, E0749, E0760).
What does UnitedHealthcare require to approve Bone Growth Stimulator - Electronic Stimulation or Ultrasound?
Patient has fracture requiring electronic stimulation or ultrasound to heal Always confirm against the current UnitedHealthcare policy.
How long does a UnitedHealthcare prior authorization take?
UnitedHealthcare typically decides Bone Growth Stimulator - Electronic Stimulation or Ultrasound requests in about 3 days. Timeframes vary; check the payer portal.
Submitting Bone Growth Stimulator - Electronic Stimulation or Ultrasound to UnitedHealthcare?
Praxigen checks your clinical note against these criteria before you submit and drafts a policy-cited appeal if it is denied. You review and submit; nothing is sent automatically.