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Decompression of the Intervertebral Disc Using Laser Energy (Laser Discectomy) or Radiofrequency Coblation (Nucleoplasty)
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Pain Management·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
This policy confirms that laser discectomy and radiofrequency coblation (nucleoplasty) procedures remain investigational and non-covered. A minor CPT code description update for 62287 takes effect January 1, 2026.
Action Required
By January 1, 2026: Billing team should update CPT code 62287 description in billing system to reflect the revised code description. Continue to treat CPT codes 62267 and 62287 as investigational/non-covered procedures. Verify claims for these codes are not being submitted as they will be denied.