Cervical Total Disc Replacement

TRICARE covers single-level and two-level cervical total disc replacement for the treatment of:

  • Cervical degenerative disc disease
  • Intractable radiculopathy
  • Myelopathy

The cervical artificial intervertebral disc must be:

  • Approved by the Food and Drug Administration
  • Used in accordance with its FDA labeled indications

TRICARE doesn’t cover cervical total disc replacement for three or more levels.

Last Updated 9/16/2024