Criteria
Coverage is subject to the specific terms of the member’s benefit plan.
Electrical stimulation devices for the treatment of osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis (e.g., BioniCare Stimulator System – Bio-1000 System) are considered experimental/investigational and therefore non-covered. Scientific evidence does not support the efficacy of treatment with these devices.
Electrical Stimulation for the treatment of osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis will deny as experimental/investigational due to the lack of long-term studies that demonstrate efficacy.
Procedure Codes