CPT 22860 · Joint Arthroplasty · Aetna
Total Disc Arthroplasty — Lumbar (2nd level) at Aetna.
How Aetna approaches CPT 22860 (Total Disc Arthroplasty — Lumbar (2nd level)) for prior-authorization review: at last review on 2026-05-02, the policy covers this code with prior authorization required.
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Coverage
Covered
Prior auth
Prior auth required
Last reviewed
2026-05-02
Criteria summary
High-level themes from the Aetna policy of record for CPT 22860. Verbatim policy text and per-criterion analysis are available after sign-in.
- At least 12 weeks of conservative care typically required.
- Imaging concordance documentation required.
Source: Aetna Clinical Policy Bulletin
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