Response to Comments: Percutaneous Vertebral Augmentation (PVA) for Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fracture (VCF)

This document is a response to public comments on the Percutaneous Vertebral Augmentation LCD for osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture and does not articulate clinical coverage criteria. It records the notice period start date (January 3, 2020) and that the final determination is effective for services on or after February 19, 2020; refer to the final LCD for specific indications, limitations, documentation, and frequency rules.

"Official notice period for the final LCD begins January 3, 2020, and the final determination is effective for services rendered on or after February 19, 2020."

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