Epidural Steroid Injection (ESI)
Definition
An injection of corticosteroid medication into the epidural space surrounding the spinal cord and nerve roots to reduce inflammation and pain from disc herniations, spinal stenosis, or radiculopathy. ESIs require prior authorization through utilization review and are subject to MTUS treatment frequency guidelines.
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What is a Epidural Steroid Injection (ESI)?
An injection of corticosteroid medication into the epidural space surrounding the spinal cord and nerve roots to reduce inflammation and pain from disc herniations, spinal stenosis, or radiculopathy. ESIs require prior authorization through utilization review and are subject to MTUS treatment frequency guidelines.
Is epidural steroid injection covered under workers' compensation in California?
Epidural Steroid Injection may be authorized as part of a workers' compensation treatment plan in California, subject to utilization review (UR) and the Medical Treatment Utilization Schedule (MTUS). The primary treating physician must request authorization through the appropriate channels.