Surgical deactivation of migraine headache trigger sites
Defines coverage stance for surgical deactivation of migraine trigger sites for Medicare Advantage and Commercial products, explains clinical background, coding guidance, and lists codes considered not covered when billed with a migraine diagnosis.
No material clinical or coverage changes identified in this update; the policy continues to consider surgical deactivation of migraine trigger sites not covered / not medically necessary due to insufficient evidence.
Coverage Summary
Scope: This policy defines the coverage stance for surgical deactivation of migraine trigger sites for Medicare Advantage and Commercial products. Coverage stance: Not covered / considered not medically necessary (not_covered_cosmetic). Effective date: 06/01/2024. Policy last reviewed: 03/18/2026.