AAPM joined other pain groups in protesting the proposed expansion of a CMS rule that would increase prior authorization requirements for implanted spinal neurostimulators to curb potential unnecessary utilization. Read more.
AAPM joined other pain groups in protesting the proposed expansion of a CMS rule that would increase prior authorization requirements for implanted spinal neurostimulators to curb potential unnecessary utilization. Full letter.
CMS has issued a MLN (Medicare Learning Network) article concerning the inappropriate reporting of HCPCS supply code L8679 (Implantable neurostimulator, pulse generator, any type) for electro-acupuncture devices. These devices are applied behind the ear using [...]
Abstract: The goal of this narrative review was to give an up-to-date overview of the peripheral and central neurostimulation methods that can be used to treat chronic pain. Special focus has been given to three pain [...]
Peripheral electrical stimulation (PES), which encompasses several techniques with heterogeneous physiological responses, has shown in some cases remarkable outcomes for pain treatment and clinical rehabilitation. However, results are still mixed, mainly because there is a [...]
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