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Spinal Fusion and Stabilization Surgery - MEDICAID - OKLAHOMA (Revised)
Humana·OK · Neurosurgery, Orthopedics·Medicaid
Effective date
Apr 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 24, 2026
Summary
Humana Oklahoma Medicaid has established new coverage criteria for spinal osteotomy procedures (CPT 22214) and updated coverage for spinal fusion procedures. The policy specifies detailed medical necessity criteria for posterior/posterolateral osteotomies and three-column osteotomies based on deformity severity and functional limitations.
Action Required
By April 1, 2025: Billing team must update prior authorization requirements for CPT 22214 (spinal osteotomy) to include specific medical necessity documentation requirements. Ensure providers document spinal deformity confirmation via radiographic imaging, deformity type and severity (flexible vs fixed, degrees of correction required), and functional limitations (ADLs, respiratory compromise, loss of horizontal gaze, or disabling pain). Update encounter forms and EMR templates to capture required criteria. Claims without proper documentation will be denied.