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11.14.27f, Spinal Fusion (Independence Administrators)
Independence Blue Cross·Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, General Surgery +1 more·Medical Policy
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Jun 19, 2026
Summary
This is a reissue with no substantive changes to Independence Administrators' Spinal Fusion policy (11.14.27f). The policy was reviewed on 05/28/2025 as part of the annual review process and continues to communicate the Company's existing position on cervical spinal fusion coverage criteria, medical necessity guidelines, and applicable CPT codes. No new requirements or coverage modifications have been implemented.
Action Required
No immediate action required. This is an informational reissue with no changes to coverage criteria, billing codes, or medical necessity requirements. Billing team should file this updated policy document for reference and compliance documentation. Verify member eligibility for spinal fusion coverage continues to follow existing criteria (symptomatic cervical radiculopathy, pseudarthrosis, spondylotic myelopathy, spondylosis with instability, etc.) and the disclaimer that this policy applies only to groups without UM vendor program enrollment.