MedicaidJune 13, 2025
Prior authorization requirement changes
Effective July 19, 2025, precertification/prior authorization requirements will change for the following code(s). The medical code(s) listed below will require precertification/prior authorization by Anthem for Nevada Medicaid members. Federal and state law, as well as state contract language and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services guidelines, including definitions and specific contract provisions/exclusions, take precedence over these precertification/prior authorization rules and must be considered first when determining coverage. If the requirements are not met, those services may be deemed ineligible for payment. Providers may appeal online through Availity Essentials or by calling 844‑396‑2330 with additional information, which may include medical records.
Precertification/prior authorization requirements will be added for the following code(s):
Code | Description |
19316 | Mastopexy |
19342 | Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy |
19350 | Nipple/Areola Reconstruction |
19357 | Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s) |
21139 | Reduction Forehead; Contouring & Setback, Anterior Frontal Sinus Wall |
21196 | Reconstruction, Mandibular Rami &/Or Body, Sagittal Split; W/Int Rigid Fixation |
30420 | Rhinoplasty, Primary; W/Major Septal Repair |
67900 | Repair, Brow Ptosis, (Supraciliary/Mid‑Forehead/Coronal Approach) |
To request precertification/prior authorization, you may use one of the following methods:
- Web: https://Availity.com
- Fax: 800‑964‑3627
- Phone: 844‑396‑2330
Not all precertification/prior authorization requirements are listed here. Detailed precertification/prior authorization requirements are available to providers on https://www.anthem.com/nv/provider on the Resources tab or for contracted providers by accessing https://Availity.com. Providers may also call 844‑396‑2330 for assistance with precertification/prior authorization requirements.
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