BCBS Kansas Medical Policy Updates – March 2019

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March 2019 BCBS Kansas Medical Policy Updates:

• Automated Percutaneous and Percutaneous Endoscopic Discectomy
• Bone Mineral Density Studies
• Cryosurgical Ablation of Miscellaneous Solid Tumors Other Than Liver, Prostate, or Dermatologic Tumors
• Gene Expression Profiling for Cutaneous Melanoma
• Interspinous and Interlaminar Stabilization/Distraction Devices (Spacers)
• Amniotic Membrane and Amniotic Fluid
• Endoscopic Radiofrequency Ablation or Cryoablation for Barrett Esophagus
• Esophageal pH Monitoring
• Genetic and Protein Biomarkers for the Diagnosis and Cancer Risk Assessment of Prostate Cancer
• Genetic Testing for Lynch Syndrome and Other Inherited Colon Cancer Syndromes
• Measurement of Serum Antibodies to Infliximab and Adalimumab
• Orthopedic Applications of Stem Cell Therapy
• Panniculectomy and Abdominoplasty
• Plugs for Anal Fistula Repair
• Vacuum Assisted Wound Closure (VAC)
• Real-Time Intrafraction Motion Management During Radiotherapy
• Surgical Treatment of Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
• Testing for Vitamin D Deficiency
• Ultraviolet Light Therapy for Skin Conditions

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