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Nestlé® Boost® Lactose Free VHC

Nestlé® Boost® Lactose Free VHC

Nestlé® Boost® Lactose Free VHC

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Product Type: Enteral (Supplements)
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Nestlé® BOOST® VHC is an oral beverage with 2.24 kcal/mL.

INTENDED USE: Suitable for these diets: lactose intolerance, gluten-free, low-residue, fluid-restricted, kosher. Not for individuals with galactosemia. As with all medication taken with food, drug/nutrient interactions should be evaluated by the physician and/or pharmacist prior to use.

CLAIMED BENEFITS: Combines high calories with 22g protein to help preserve lean muscle mass and support weight gain or maintenance goals. Caloric Distribution (% of kcal): Protein 16%, Carbohydrate 34%, Fat 50%. Protein Source: calcium-potassium caseinate (milk), isolated soy protein. NPC:N Ratio: 131:1, n6:n3 ratio 4.1:1, Water 67%. HCPCS Code B4152.



Manufacturer: Nestlé Health Science
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ESSENTIALS

Product
Estimated
Out-of-pocket
Cost
HCPCS Class
HCPCS
Boost® VHC Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Very Vanilla, 24 x 237 mL
Boost® VHC Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Very Vanilla, 24 x 237 mL
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit
B4152
Boost® VHC Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Creamy Strawberry, 24 x 237 mL
Boost® VHC Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Creamy Strawberry, 24 x 237 mL
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit
B4152
Boost® VHC Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Chocolate, 24 x 237 mL
Boost® VHC Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Chocolate, 24 x 237 mL
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit
B4152
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Product
Estimated
Out-of-pocket
Cost
Patient DME Co-Payment per Billable Unit
DME Reimbursement to Suppliers
Frequency Replacement if Requirements Met
Office and/or Facility - Product reimbursement
Boost® VHC Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Very Vanilla, 24 x 237 mL
Nestlé Health Science
Boost® VHC Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Very Vanilla, 24 x 237 mL
$.08
100 calories = 1 unit
$.40
Units of service as needed per day
Boost® VHC Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Creamy Strawberry, 24 x 237 mL
Nestlé Health Science
Boost® VHC Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Creamy Strawberry, 24 x 237 mL
$.08
100 calories = 1 unit
$.40
Units of service as needed per day
Boost® VHC Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Chocolate, 24 x 237 mL
Nestlé Health Science
Boost® VHC Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Chocolate, 24 x 237 mL
$.08
100 calories = 1 unit
$.40
Units of service as needed per day
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CPT CodeDescription Physician Reimbursement - Office Physician Reimbursement - Facility Facility Reimbursement
97802Medical nutrition indiv in $37.37 $32.88
97803Med nutrition indiv subseq $32.53 $28.03
97804Medical nutrition group $17.30 $15.57
  • Based on national averages
  • Medicare payments for participating qualified health professionals (QHP) for services performed in their Offices (*) or at a Facility (** i.e., hospital outpatient department or ambulatory service center). Payments are nationally unadjusted average amounts, and do not account for differences in payment due to geographic variation. The allowed rate for non-participating physicians is set at 95% of the allowable for participating physicians. Non-participating physicians are subject to the limiting charge rules. The coinsurance is limited to 20% of the allowable fee.
  • When covered by the Medicare contractor, this manufacturer product is separately payable in a QHP office based on the Average Sales Price (ASP) as reported by the manufacturer on a quarterly basis.
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  • The information provided on this website is informational only. This is not a guarantee of Reimbursement Rates, nor is it intended to make recommendations regarding clinical practices. Information on this website is subject to change with out notice due to changes in reimbursement laws, regulations, rules and policies. The ultimate responsibility for correct coding lies with the provider of services. Please contact the appropriate payer for their interpretation of the appropriate code to use for the procedure.
  • CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. All CPT codes and descriptions are copyrighted 2018, American Medical Association. All rights reserved. CPT codes and CPT descriptions are from the current manuals and those included herein are not intended to be all-inclusive and are included for informational purposes only. Codes referenced on Wound Reference are for informational purposes only. Inclusion or exclusion of any codes does not guarantee coverage. Providers should reference the American Medical Association prior to the submission of claims for reimbursement of covered services.
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