Note on Documentation Requirements: Establishment of medical necessity of pediatric orthodontics requires documentation to support the severe handicapping malocclusion and the presence of a qualifying medical condition, and a score of 42 points or greater on the Modified Salzmann Index. Documentation must include a completed Salzmann assessment form and a written report from the attending physician or pediatrician, or qualified medical specialist(s) treating the deformity/anomaly. Progress notes, photographs and other relevant supporting documentation may be included as appropriate. Use a SOAP outline for your documentation.

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