Appendix E - National Coverage Determinations Manual / Thermal Intradiscal Procedures 150.11

Why This Topic Matters

It helps readers determine whether a spine procedure falls within the Medicare coverage policy described in the NCD and understand the terminology used to describe these procedures in coverage documentation.

Article Sections

1. A. General

   Defines the overall subject of the coverage determination and describes the broad class of intradiscal procedures addressed in the policy. It also notes common technique names and device labels associated with the topic.

2. B. Nationally Covered Indications

   Indicates the coverage status section for covered indications within the determination.

3. C. Nationally Non-Covered Indications

   Summarizes the noncoverage status effective on and after the stated date and identifies the general type of services addressed by that status.

4. D. Other

   Provides the remaining administrative closing section of the coverage determination.