Rating % For Spinal Fusion?

[blackbird]

Does anyone know if there is a set % rating for a spinal fusion Code #5241, or is the % for a fusion still tied to range of motion? I've found the code but haven't found a rating for it. I realize that sometimes several codes are combined for a total rating as long as it isn't pyramiding.

Also, I thought I read somewhere that veterans are reimbursed for copays for doctors, medicine, hospitals etc that where incurred after a claim was declared service connected. If this is true, is there a total percentage that you have to be disabled to get reimbursed?

Thanks in advance for you response,

Blackbird

[jbasser]

Thanks jbasser for the response to my questions. If I understand correctly I would have to file a new claim if SC for the medicine copays, right?

Blackbird

To claim your co pays, write a letter to the billing office at your VA with your information ans ask for a Medicine review as well as a copay reumbursement.

The VA usually reimburses you and also may pay interest.

J