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Anthem Blue Cross Connecticut SURG.00095 Viscocanalostomy and Canaloplasty Form
This procedure is not covered
This document addresses viscocanalostomy and canaloplasty. Viscocanalostomy and canaloplasty are forms of non-penetrating glaucoma surgery. They are proposed as alternatives to trabeculectomy, the traditional surgical treatment of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG).
Note: Please see the following related document for additional information:
- SURG.00103 Intraocular Anterior Segment Aqueous Drainage Devices (without extraocular reservoir)
Position Statement
Medically Necessary:
Canaloplasty is considered medically necessary for the treatment of mild to moderate primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG).
Investigational and Not Medically Necessary:
Viscocanalostomy is considered investigational and not medically necessary for all indications, including but not limited to the treatment of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG).
Canaloplasty is considered investigational and not medically necessary for all other indications.