CommercialCoverageMedium impact
11.15.22d, Percutaneous Image-Guided Lumbar Decompression (PILD) for Spinal Stenosis
Independence Blue Cross·Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Pain Management +1 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Apr 2, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
This is a reissue of an existing policy regarding Percutaneous Image-Guided Lumbar Decompression (PILD) for Spinal Stenosis under commercial plans. The policy is being reposted with an effective date of April 2, 2025, but only summary information is available without specific details on coverage changes or requirements.
Action Required
By April 2, 2025: Billing team should review the complete PILD policy at the source URL to understand current coverage criteria and billing requirements for percutaneous image-guided lumbar decompression procedures. Update any relevant billing protocols or prior authorization requirements based on the full policy details.