The new Cala kIQ™ System is reimbursed by Medicare
If you are a Medicare beneficiary with essential tremor (ET), Medicare may provide coverage for a TAPS Therapy device, such as the Cala kIQ™, to relieve your hand tremors. Patients must meet Medicare coverage criteria.
To qualify for Medicare coverage, your health care practitioner (HCP) must assess your eligibility for TAPS Therapy during an initial visit AND after a short trial period with the TAPS Therapy device.
Access to TAPS Therapy for Medicare Beneficiaries with Essential Tremor (ET)
Answer a few questions to see if you may be a candidate for Cala Therapy.
Is Cala TAPS Therapy covered by Medicare?
We are excited that Medicare has announced a positive coverage determination for Cala TAPS Therapy.
If you are a Medicare beneficiary with essential tremor (ET), Medicare may provide coverage for a TAPS Therapy device, such as the Cala kIQ™, to relieve your hand tremors. Patients must meet Medicare coverage criteria.
Note: It is the responsibility of your treating HCP to determine and document the appropriate diagnoses and symptoms related to your condition. There is no guarantee that the use of any information provided in this document will result in coverage or payment by any third-party payor. Cala provides this information as a courtesy, but coverage requirements for Medicare or any other third-party payor are subject to change and interpretation. Cala does not guarantee third-party coverage or payment for any items or services.
How do I order a Cala System under Medicare coverage?
The Cala System is available by prescription only. Medicare has specific requirements for medical necessity and documentation that can be found on the Medicare LCD (Local Coverage Determination) website. Your healthcare provider will need to evaluate you to determine whether your condition meets these requirements. To qualify for Medicare coverage, your healthcare practitioner (HCP) must assess your eligibility for TAPS Therapy during an initial visit AND after a short trial period with the TAPS Therapy device.
What is the Medicare coverage criteria for Cala Therapy?
To qualify for Medicare coverage, your healthcare practitioner (HCP) must assess your eligibility for TAPS Therapy during an initial visit AND after a short trial period with the TAPS Therapy device. Medicare has specific requirements for medical necessity and documentation that can be found on the Medicare LCD (Local Coverage Determination) website.
What will be my cost?
Our Sales Support team will verify Medicare coverage and communicate estimated out of pocket expense to the patient prior to shipment. For Traditional Medicare (fee for service), coverage is 80/20. If you have a supplemental insurance, you may not owe anything. Medicare Advantage plans vary in coverage.
Does Medicare cover TAPS Therapy for Parkinson’s disease?
Medicare coverage policy for TAPS Therapy is for essential tremor (ET).
Does Medicare cover for bilateral/two devices?
No, Medicare coverage is available only for one device for the affected dominant hand.