…(NCCI) edits for CPT codes 22842, Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition…

…will issue the final rule by November 1, 2017.   CPT codes and descriptions are copyright of the American Medical Association. All Rights Reserved. 1503680743:3 3 default 1 1…

…(NCCI) provided clarification of previously finalized CCI edits bundling anterior instrumentation codes (22845-22847) with biomechanical device/cage codes 22853 and 22854. Acknowledging the difference between stand-alone cages with integral instrumentation/fixation…

…but are not limited to visits, surgical procedures, diagnostic tests, therapy services, and specified preventive services. As part of the final rule, CMS issues final values for new codes…

…Cell Therapies/Research Biomechanics Cervical ADR Cervical Degenerative Endoscopic surgery Epidemiology/Natural History Image-Guidance, Navigation, Robotics Innovative technologies Lumbar Motion Preservation MIS Techniques and Outcomes Non-operative Care and Injection Therapies Pediatric…

…include: (1) services furnished in an urban area to an individual who resides in a rural area on the same day as the patient’s initial office visit; (2) services…

…instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure), 22843, Posterior segmental…

…access to medical homes These actions together are recommended to achieve the goals of the original MACRA legislation to better align payment policies with quality care and improved patient…

…the national conversation on improving healthcare delivery. CMS stated that they are especially seeking innovative ideas that broaden perspectives on potential solutions to relieve burden and ways to improve:…

…needle based technique to remove disc material under fluoroscopic imaging or other form of indirect visualization, with discography and/or epidural injection(s) at the treated level(s), when performed, single or…

…bundles A peek at the future of surgical education Methods to partnership with all shareholders in support of value-based care And most of all, how to do all this…

…(CPT code 62287, Decompression procedure, percutaneous, of nucleus pulposus of intervertebral disc, any method utilizing needle based technique to remove disc material under fluoroscopic imaging or other form of…