Anthem Blue Cross Connecticut MED.00087 Optical Detection for Screening and Identification of Cervical Cancer Form

This document addresses the use of optical detection for the screening and identification of cervical cancer.

Note: Colposcopy is considered the standard of care and is not addressed in this document.

Note: Please see the following related document for additional information:

• CG-MED-53 Cervical Cancer Screening Using Cytology and Human Papillomavirus Testing

Position Statement

Investigational and Not Medically Necessary:

The use of optical detection for the detection or identification of cervical cancer is considered investigational and not medically necessary.