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Systematic review and policy analysis of tongue base surgical interventions for obstructive sleep apnea including suspension and radiofrequency ablation, summarizing efficacy, evidence quality, and coverage recommendations from multiple health authorities.
Year: 2008–2014
Region / Institution: HERC, Regence BCBS, SIGN
Subject: Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Tongue Base Surgery
Document Type: Clinical Guidelines and Evidence Review
Procedure Codes: CPT 41512, Excluded Services Guidelines E1–E2
Techniques: Tongue Base Suspension, Submucosal Ablation
Evidence Sources: Kezirian 06, Farrar 08, TEC Review 07, Regence BCBS 08
Patient Indications: Adults with OSA intolerant to CPAP or oral appliances
Outcome Measures: AHI improvement, Epworth Sleepiness Scale, Functional Outcomes of Sleep Questionnaire
Policy Status: Experimental, Non-Coverage Recommendations, Medically Necessary under certain criteria
Related Guidelines: Guideline Notes 172–173, Excluded Services Guidelines 1–2
Surgical Risks: Not specified in document
Price: 8 / 10 USD
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