In simple words: This code describes a treatment where a mild electric current is applied to wounds that are not healing well, to help them heal faster. It's used for wounds that are not pressure sores, ulcers caused by poor blood flow, or diabetic ulcers.

This code covers the application of electrical current to one or more areas of the body to treat wounds (excluding chronic stage III and stage IV pressure ulcers, arterial ulcers, diabetic ulcers, and venous stasis ulcers) that show no sign of improvement with other methods, even after 30 days.It involves the use of a wet electrode pad to administer an electric current to one or more body areas near the wound. This stimulates muscles and improves blood supply to the area, aiding the healing process.

Example 1: A patient with a surgical wound that is not healing properly after 30 days, despite conventional wound care, receives electrical stimulation therapy using G0282., A patient with a traumatic wound, not classified as a pressure ulcer, arterial ulcer, diabetic ulcer, or venous stasis ulcer, undergoes electrical stimulation to promote healing., A burn patient with a wound not responding to standard care receives electrical stimulation therapy.

Documentation should support the medical necessity for electrical stimulation, including details of the wound, previous treatments, and lack of response to conventional care for at least 30 days.The type, frequency, and duration of electrical stimulation should be documented, along with patient response and any adverse reactions.

** Coverage for G0282 varies among payers.It is not covered by Medicare.Always verify coverage with the specific payer prior to providing the service.Detailed documentation supporting the medical necessity is crucial for successful reimbursement.