#SFHS2609709AOrder of April 8, 2026: Renewal and Modification of Registration Conditions for MED-EL Implants and Processors
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This law renews and updates registration terms for MED-EL's brainstem and cochlear implants and processors, extending reimbursement until 2029 and 2031 for certain products. It affects patients using these devices by offering continued coverage for severe hearing loss treatments, ensuring compatibility with various implant generations.
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Key Changes
- Extended duration of reimbursement for MED-EL implants and processors.
- Updated registration conditions for specific processor models.
- Introduction of new reimbursement codes for the latest devices.
Obligations
What this law requires
Update the reimbursement reference code for brainstem implant systems (code 3437909) from the previous reference to code 31095 in the product and service list
Maintain reimbursement coverage for brainstem implant systems (codes 3437909 and 3494965) until February 28, 2029
Maintain reimbursement coverage for SONNET 2 and SONNET 2 EAS cochlear/brainstem implant processors (code 3485950) with specified reference codes until February 28, 2029
Maintain reimbursement coverage for RONDO 3 cochlear/brainstem implant processors (code 3439044) in both DIAMETRAL and AXIAL magnet variants until February 28, 2029
Add SONNET 3 and SONNET 3 EAS cochlear/brainstem implant processors (code 3412499) to the reimbursement list with specified reference codes