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…and brought together surgeons, scientists, and industry to share research and learn about new techniques, best practices and how surgeons in various countries approach their cases. ISASS was founded…

…The creation of new MS-DRG 402 to describe non-cervical single-level combined anterior/posterior fusion – The creation of new MS-DRGs 429 and 430 to describe combined cervical anterior/posterior fusion with…

…Insertion (Coflex Procedure), develop a definition of Endoscopic Decompression procedures at CPT, and foster the development of emerging spine surgery technology that are the foundation of ISASS’ commitment to…

…information, see the final rule here: Final Rule See the ISASS comment letter here: ISASS Letter default default #ffffff 1 1 position-statement-on-cervical-and-lumbar-disc-replacements-2019 position-statement-on-cervical-and-lumbar-disc-replacements-2019-5 invasive-sacroiliac-joint-fusion invasive-sacroiliac-joint-fusion-6…

…and prior authorization policies. MCG acknowledged receipt of the input and indicated the committee would incorporate ISASS’ input into their current review, which is ongoing. Read the ISASS comment…

On May 26, 2020, ISASS sent a comment letter to Anthem regarding their Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Coverage Policy, which is used in many states/regions by Anthem for fee schedule…

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On January 1, the International Journal of Spine Surgery will begin its re-launch. There’s a lot to be excited about when it comes to the broad strokes – free…

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…or 2.7%. In the final rule, CMS approved a record number of 24 new technology add-on payments (NTAP), which is an additional payment to hospitals for cases involving eligible…

…patient care quality and not increasing access. The bill has not been passed or taken up by the U.S. Senate. To read the bill language, see link here: https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/6087…