Pap Smears On and After July 1, 2001

30.2 - Pap Smears On and After July 1, 2001 (Rev. 3329, Issued: 08-14-15, Effective: 01-01-12, Implementation: 09-14-15) If the beneficiary does not qualify for more frequent screening based on paragraphs (2) and (3) above, for services performed on or after July 1, 2001, payment may be made for a screening PAP smear after 23 months have passed after the end of the month of the last covered smear. All other coverage and payment requirements remain the same, except ICD-10-CM codes replace ICD-9- CM codes when mandated.