Policy Updates Prior AuthorizationCommercialOctober 1, 2023

Prior authorization requirement changes effective January 1, 2024 (MAC)

The following services will be added to precertification for the effective dates listed below.

Eligibility and benefits can be verified by accessing Availity Essentials* at Availity.com or by calling the number on the back of the member’s identification card. Service precertification is based on member’s benefit plan/eligibility at the time the service is reviewed/approved. Benefit plans vary widely and are subject to change based on the contract effective dates. The provider is responsible for verification of member eligibility and covered benefits.

Except in the case of an emergency, failure to obtain precertification prior to rendering the designated services listed below may result in denial of reimbursement.

Add to precertification

Criteria

Criteria description

Code

Effective date

DME.00032

Automated External Defibrillators for Home Use

E0617

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0260U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0264U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0265U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0266U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0267U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0268U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0269U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0270U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0271U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0272U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0273U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0274U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0276U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0277U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0278U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0332U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0335U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0336U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

0343U

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

81441

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

81449

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

81451

1/1/2024

GENE.00052

Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, Gene Panels, and Molecular Profiling

81456

1/1/2024

GENE.00057

Gene Expression Profiling for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis

81554

1/1/2024

LAB.00003

In Vitro Chemosensitivity Assays and In Vitro Chemoresistance Assays

0564T

1/1/2024

LAB.00003

In Vitro Chemosensitivity Assays and In Vitro Chemoresistance Assays

81535

1/1/2024

LAB.00011

Selected Protein Biomarker Algorithmic Assays

0080U

1/1/2024

LAB.00011

Selected Protein Biomarker Algorithmic Assays

0247U

1/1/2024

LAB.00011

Selected Protein Biomarker Algorithmic Assays

0249U

1/1/2024

LAB.00011

Selected Protein Biomarker Algorithmic Assays

0360U

1/1/2024

LAB.00011

Selected Protein Biomarker Algorithmic Assays

81538

1/1/2024

LAB.00015

Detection of Circulating Tumor Cells

0337U

1/1/2024

LAB.00015

Detection of Circulating Tumor Cells

0338U

1/1/2024

LAB.00019

Proprietary Algorithms for Liver Fibrosis in the Evaluation and Monitoring of Chronic Liver Disease

0002M

1/1/2024

LAB.00019

Proprietary Algorithms for Liver Fibrosis in the Evaluation and Monitoring of Chronic Liver Disease

0003M

1/1/2024

LAB.00019

Proprietary Algorithms for Liver Fibrosis in the Evaluation and Monitoring of Chronic Liver Disease

0344U

1/1/2024

LAB.00019

Proprietary Algorithms for Liver Fibrosis in the Evaluation and Monitoring of Chronic Liver Disease

81596

1/1/2024

LAB.00024

Immune Cell Function Assay

86352

1/1/2024

LAB.00027

Selected Blood, Serum and Cellular Allergy and Toxicity Tests

86343

1/1/2024

LAB.00031

Advanced Lipoprotein Testing

0052U

1/1/2024

LAB.00033

Protein Biomarkers for the Screening, Detection and Management of Prostate Cancer

0228U

1/1/2024

LAB.00033

Protein Biomarkers for the Screening, Detection and Management of Prostate Cancer

0359U

1/1/2024

LAB.00035

Multi-biomarker Disease Activity Blood Tests for Rheumatoid Arthritis

81490

1/1/2024

LAB.00036

Multiplex Autoantigen Microarray Testing for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

0062U

1/1/2024

LAB.00037

Serologic Testing for Biomarkers of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 

0164U

1/1/2024

LAB.00037

Serologic Testing for Biomarkers of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 

0176U

1/1/2024

LAB.00041

Machine Learning Derived Probability Score for Rapid Kidney Function Decline

0105U

1/1/2024

LAB.00046

Testing for Biochemical Markers for Alzheimer's Disease

0346U

1/1/2024

LAB.00046

Testing for Biochemical Markers for Alzheimer's Disease

0358U

1/1/2024

LAB.00046

Testing for Biochemical Markers for Alzheimer's Disease

0361U

1/1/2024

LAB.00048

Pain Management Biomarker Analysis

0117U

1/1/2024

MED.00004

Noninvasive Imaging Technologies for the Evaluation of Skin Lesions 

0658T

1/1/2024

MED.00004

Noninvasive Imaging Technologies for the Evaluation of Skin Lesions 

96904

1/1/2024

* Availity, LLC is an independent company providing administrative support services on behalf of the health plan.

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PUBLICATIONS: October 2023 Provider Newsletter