03/1986 - Eliminated prior references to routine coverage of assistant surgeon's services. All claims for services of surgeons assisting at cataract surgery are subject to carrier medical review. Effective date NA. (TN 5)
09/1988 - Provided that Medicare payment not routinely made for pre-cataract surgery exams other than comprehensive eye exam and A-scan or B-scan. Other tests only paid if diagnosis in addition to cataract is present and medical need for other tests fully documented. 09/14/1988. (TN 31)
08/1992 - Renamed title to indicate more clearly its subject matter. Effective date 08/31/1992. (TN 61)