Education on Human Cellular Tissue Products (HCTPs).
Issues related to coverage of and reimbursement for Human Cell & Tissue products, including Local Coverage Determination L39764- Skin Substitute Grafts/Cellular and Tissue-Based Products for the Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers and Venous Leg Ulcers. Issues related to coverage, including VIA Disc local coverage determination. LCD ID: L39962 - Coverage Indications, Limitations and/or Medical Necessity section to include non-coverage for all intervertebral disc injections for management of chronic low back pain. Issues related to skin substitute payment in 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule (CMS-1832-F) Skin Substitute Access and Payment Reform Act of 2025 (H.R. 5768/S. 2561). H.R.6852 - To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to adjust payment for skin substitute products under the Medicare program.