Provider Education for Required Prior Authorization (PA) Process for the Cervical Fusion with Disc Removal and Implanted Spinal Neurostimulators in the Hospital Outpatient Department (OPD) Setting
The purpose of this Change Request (CR) is to instruct the A/B MACs to provide education for providers regarding the PA process for the cervical fusion with disc removal and implanted spinal neurostimulators in the hospital OPD setting
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: May 14, 2021
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