Comments on: Considering the Cost of Cervical Fusion vs. Disc Replacement

By: Barbara Cloward

Barbara Cloward — Tue, 17 May 2011 05:26:09 +0000

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By: admin

admin — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 21:23:35 +0000

Prestige ST is a single level only ADR. The company behind the disc is Medtronic. I’m not sure the ST version will be along after their LP version becomes available. The problem with the ST is the design itself makes it unsuitable for multi-level placement. So what do you do if you have a problem at a level directly above or below the disc which was replaced later on? Medtronic is a GIANT in the industry, but this is the only disc they have that is currently FDA approved. I’d take a closer look at the Profisc-C, which is a Low Profile Disc that is also currently FDA Approved. Your current Doctor may not be trained, but if he isn’t then it’s time to find a new Doctor who is. Synthesis Spine makes the Profisc-C and has materials available to help you and/or your physician petition Insurance Companies for approval. Getting approval for ADR’s at this point in time is NOT easy, as the CPT codes are still investigational and pricing is all over the place. http://www.synthesprodisc.com/html/Patient_Information.77.0.html

By: Shelia

Shelia — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 20:58:11 +0000

It was recommended by my dr to have the prestige cervical disc replacement than to have the fusion. My question is how to you get the Insurance company to pay for it. The request was sent in by my dr and United Health Care denied the procedure!!!
Shall I fight with the insurance co to have the replacement..from what I have read, the replacement is more effective than the fusion. Also, I have read that the mobility in the neck is better with this than a fusion. Any suggestions are appreciated, I can be reached at blazencajun2002@yahoo.com…..ty and god bless