Cardiovascular imaging AI firm Elucid’s image analysis software PlaqueIQ will now be covered by United Healthcare.
A new guideline released by the insurer now includes coronary computed tomography angiography (CTA) plaque quantification and specifically refers to PlaqueIQ, the company said. Coverage will apply to all United Healthcare plans beginning October 1.
United Healthcare’s updated guidelines “align with recently issued guidelines by radiology benefit manager EviCore,” Elucid said, noting that the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule final rule that went into effect in January of this year doubled the amount paid to hospitals and outpatient clinics that perform cardiac CT scans from $175 to $357.13.