Applications

1422 – Minimally invasive, lumbar decompression and dynamic stabilisation using an interlaminar device, with no rigid fixation to the vertebral pedicles, implantation between the spinous processes of one or two lumbar motion segments

Find out about the service or technology in this application and the medical condition it addresses. You can also view the application documents, the deadlines for providing consultation input and the outcome of the application when the MSAC process is complete.

  • Status Complete
  • Type New application
  • Pre-PASC consultation -
  • Pre-MSAC consultation -
  • Outcome Not supported

Application details

Reason for application

New MBS item.

Service or technology in this application

To create a new MBS Item number specifically covering minimally invasive, lumbar decompression and dynamic stabilisation using an interlaminar device, with no rigid fixation to the vertebral pedicles, implantation between the spinous processes of one or two lumbar motion segments.

Type: Therapeutic

Medical condition this application addresses

Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) is a disabling medical condition in which narrowing of the spinal canal compresses the spinal cord and nerves causing a condition called neurogenic intermittent claudication (NIC). The most common cause of lumbar spinal stenosis is the “wear and tear” that occurs with natural aging effects on the lower spine. Patients who have spinal stenosis are not able to walk for long periods of time. Symptoms include pain, numbness, tingling and weakness in the lower back, buttocks and legs, which are especially noticeable after walking and physical activity

Meetings to consider this application

  • PASC meeting: 14 April 2016
  • ESC meeting: 7 - 8 February 2017
  • MSAC meeting: 6 - 7 April 2017