National_Coverage_Determinations_Manual / Thermal Intradiscal Procedures 150.11

Why This Topic Matters

Coverage determinations directly affect whether claims for these spine-related procedures are payable. Understanding the scope and noncoverage status helps organizations align documentation, billing, and medical necessity review with Medicare policy.

Article Sections

1. A. General

   Describes the overall scope of the policy and the general category of percutaneous intradiscal procedures addressed by the determination. It also identifies the broad procedural approaches and device types referenced in the article.

2. B. Nationally Covered Indications

   States the coverage status for covered indications under this determination.

3. C. Nationally Non-Covered Indications

   Summarizes the noncoverage status and the effective date associated with the policy decision. It addresses the broad treatment context covered by the determination.

4. D. Other

   Provides any additional administrative information included in the determination.