Rotator cuff disease (e.g., calcific tendinitis, rotator cuff tendinitis, and subacromial impingement syndrome).Chondromalacia patellae and patellofemoral disorders.Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy.Cervicalgia (e.g., by means of the Quell device).TENS is also considered experimental and investigational for any of the following (not an all-inclusive list) because there is inadequate scientific evidence to support its efficacy for these specific types of pain:
Number: 0011 Table Of Contents Policy Applicable CPT / HCPCS / ICD-10 Codes Background ReferencesĪetna considers transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulators (TENS) medically necessary durable medical equipment (DME) when used as an adjunct or as an alternative to the use of drugs either in the treatment of acute post-operative pain in the first 30 days after surgery, or for certain types of chronic, intractable pain not adequately responsive to other methods of treatment including, as appropriate, physical therapy and pharmacotherapy.Īetna considers TENS experimental and investigational for acute pain (less than 3 months duration) other than post-operative pain.
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