This document addresses transplantation of cells from adrenal tissue, fetal mesencephalic tissue and xenograft fetal tissue (for example, from pigs or other animals) to the brain as a proposed treatment for advanced Parkinson’s disease and other disorders.

Position Statement

Investigational and Not Medically Necessary:

Transplantation of adrenal, fetal mesencephalic and xenograft fetal tissues to the brain is considered investigational and not medically necessary for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease and for all other indications.