The North American Spine Society (NASS) is pleased to announce publication of the recently revised Coverage Recommendations on Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement. NASS continues to develop and update Coverage Recommendations for various spine care procedures, treatments and diagnostics (30+ topics available as of now).

Dr. John Glaser and Dr. Jeff Lehmen, 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.

Lumbar artificial disc replacement is a procedure involving removal of the lumbar intervertebral disc and replacement with an arthroplasty device. This topic and coverage recommendations related to it has undergone a thorough review by the North American Spine Society. More detailed indications/contraindications are further delineated in the full coverage document.

Please click here to access your copy of the Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement 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. Glaser, Dr. Lehmen and the entire Coverage Committee for their continued efforts and dedication!