Hi Maria,
I have a bit more information regarding WC in CA and BCBS. I spoke with my surgeon's office manager and she said that in CA WC is only approving 2 level ADR for L4/L5 and L5/SI. My surgeon is actually performing this surgery next month for a WC patient. She also said BCBS of CA will not approve a 2 level ADR no matter what the medical finding and/or recommendations reveal. SO...the good news is that it is still possible to get approval, but check the underwriting insurer for your WC case. If your underwriter insurer is BCBS or CA good luck. If it is another insurance company you have a much better chance of approval. Oh, I also am unable to treat my WC injury and complications with my private insurance, strictly WC. Hope this helps!
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