Degenerative Joint Disease × Hyaluronic Acid Injections
Hyaluronic Acid Injections for Degenerative Joint Disease
Comprehensive guide to using hyaluronic acid injections for treating degenerative joint disease. Learn about effectiveness, what to expect, and coverage options.
Evidence: moderate
Medicare: Covered
Type: injections
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For patients with degenerative joint disease, hyaluronic acid injections may help by addressing the underlying joint damage and providing symptom relief.
Potential Benefits
Considerations
Who May Benefit
Hyaluronic Acid Injections for degenerative joint disease is typically considered for patients who:
- Have tried conservative treatments (rest, OTC medications) without adequate relief
- Have mild to moderate degenerative joint disease
- Want to delay or avoid surgical intervention
- Have no contraindications to the treatment
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Coverage for hyaluronic acid injections when treating degenerative joint disease.
| Insurance Plan | Covered? | Prior Auth | Est. Cost | Requirements |
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| aetna | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| aetna | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| aetna | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| aetna | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| aetna | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| bcbs | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| bcbs | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| Aetna | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| bcbs | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| bcbs | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| bcbs | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| cigna | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| cigna | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| cigna | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| cigna | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| humana | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| Cigna Healthcare | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| humana | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| cigna | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| humana | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| humana | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| humana | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| medicare-advantage | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| Humana | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| medicare | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| medicare | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| medicare | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| medicare | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| medicare | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| medicare | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| guide | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| guide | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| unitedhealthcare | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| unitedhealthcare | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| unitedhealthcare | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| unitedhealthcare | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| unitedhealthcare | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| UnitedHealthcare | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| aetna | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| bcbs | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| cigna | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| medicaid | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| humana | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| medicare | Not required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| unitedhealthcare | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| bcbs | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | Standard coverage | |
| private | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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| other | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) |
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Typically covered
Not covered / experimental
Prior authorization required
Coverage information is provided as a general guide and may vary by specific plan, location, and medical necessity. Always verify coverage directly with your insurance provider before scheduling treatment. Cost estimates assume standard Medicare rates and typical copay structures.
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