The North American Spine Society (NASS) is pleased to announce publication of the recently developed Coverage Recommendations on Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring (IONM). NASS continues to develop and update Coverage Recommendations for various spine care procedures, treatments and diagnostics (30+ topics available as of now).

Drs. Bryan Wilent and John P. Ney, along with NASS’ multidisciplinary and evidence-based medicine trained team of spine specialists, spent a significant amount of time reviewing the evidence and developing this valuable resource.

Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring (IONM) is an umbrella term for neurophysiological testing performed in real-time alongside spinal surgeries to detect potential harm to nervous system structures. The decision to use IONM depends on patient and procedural factors and ultimately rests with the spinal surgeon. The evidence and justification for routine or conditional IONM usage is discussed at length in the new IONM coverage recommendations.

Access your copy of the Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring Coverage Recommendations.

These coverage documents continue to be utilized by government agencies, third-party payors, utilization management groups, spine care providers and patients across the nation. NASS hopes these coverage recommendations continue to help provide access to appropriate spine care for all patients affected by spine problems and their sequelae.

NASS thanks Dr. Wilent, Dr. Ney and the entire Coverage Committee for their continued efforts and dedication!