NANS Advocacy & Policy
Advocacy is a Pillar of NANS’ Mission
NANS advocates on the policy, payment, and access issues that shape the future of neuromodulation — protecting patients, supporting clinicians, and advancing the field.
NANS’ Commitment to Advocacy
NANS is committed to protecting access to care via favorable coverage policies, working with other physician groups for the benefit of our patients, and developing leadership expertise in neuromodulation advocacy among our members. We strive to maintain reimbursement so clinicians can continue delivering essential care, promote the safe and effective utilization of neuromodulation therapies, and monitor proactively for policy changes that affect our practices.
NANS Advocacy & Policy Committee
Under the auspices of the Advocacy and Policy Committee, NANS regularly collaborates with agencies, organizations and companies, including CMS, FDA, Private insurers, State worker’s compensation boards, AMA House of Delegates and CPT and RUC committees, as well as other physician organizations, including the Multidisciplinary Pain Workgroup, Patient organizations, and Corporate partners.
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Where We Advocate
The Advocacy and Policy Committee focuses on the issues that most directly affect patients, providers, and the field.
Patient Access to Care
Protecting and expanding patient access to neuromodulation therapies.
Quality of Patient Care
Promoting the highest standards of clinical care across our specialty.
Administrative Burden
Reducing the administrative load on clinicians so they can focus on patients.
Health System & Payment Reform
Shaping insurance, payment and health system structure.
Coding & Reimbursement
Advancing appropriate coding and reimbursement policies for neuromodulation.
Novel Indications & Innovation
Supporting innovation and emerging indications in neuromodulation.
Advocacy Updates from NANS
Stay current with the latest advocacy actions, policy wins, and coalition efforts shaping neuromodulation.
NANS Strengthens Its Voice in National Health Policy
NANS participated in the 2026 American Medical Association (AMA) House of Delegates Annual Meeting, held…
NANS Urges UnitedHealthcare to Revisit Stroke Therapy Coverage
The North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS) is calling on UnitedHealthcare (UHC) to reconsider its policy denying coverage for implantable vagus nerve stimulation (iVNS) paired with rehabilitation for stroke recovery.
NANS Joins Coalition Urging Action on No Surprises Act Implementation
The North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS) has joined more than 100 medical organizations in a joint letter to federal agencies raising concerns about how the No Surprises Act (NSA) is being implemented.