Percutaneous neuromodulation therapy, also known as percutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, is a procedure intended to relieve and manage chronic or intractable low back pain using non-implantable needles positioned in the soft tissues or muscles to stimulate peripheral sensory nerves with electricity.

Not Covered

Related information on coverage and treatment

• Coverage decision: Percutaneous neuromodulation therapy for low back pain.
• Provider Bulletin 04-06.

Related rules

• Medical coverage decisions. WAC 296-20-02700-02850.