CPT 22868 · Interspinous Device · BCBS Massachusetts
Vertiflex — Interspinous (add'l level) at BCBS Massachusetts.
How BCBS Massachusetts approaches CPT 22868 (Vertiflex — Interspinous (add'l level)) for prior-authorization review: at last review on 2026-04-27, the policy does not cover this code with prior authorization required.
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MP 584Criteria summary
High-level themes from the BCBS Massachusetts policy of record for CPT 22868. Verbatim policy text and per-criterion analysis are available after sign-in.
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Source: BCBSMA MP 584 — Interspinous and Interlaminar Stabilization/Distraction Devices (Spacers)
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