CPT 64634 · RFA · Anthem BCBS
RFA — Cervical/Thoracic Facet (add'l level) at Anthem BCBS.
How Anthem BCBS approaches CPT 64634 (RFA — Cervical/Thoracic Facet (add'l level)) for prior-authorization review: at last review on 2026-04-26, the policy covers this code with prior authorization required.
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Coverage
Covered
Prior auth
Prior auth required
Last reviewed
2026-04-26
Policy number
Carelon IPM (MSK01)Criteria summary
High-level themes from the Anthem BCBS policy of record for CPT 64634. Verbatim policy text and per-criterion analysis are available after sign-in.
- At least 6 weeks of conservative care typically required.
- Imaging concordance documentation required.
- Prior Dual diagnostic MBBs (local anesthetic only) documentation required (typically with ≥80% relief).
Source: Carelon Clinical Appropriateness Guidelines — Interventional Pain Management
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