Medicare AdvantageNovember 15, 2023
Prior authorization requirement changes effective May 1, 2024
Beginning January 1, 2024, Empire became Anthem. This article, published under the former brand, now applies to Anthem.
UPDATE: This article was originally published as being effective March 1, 2024. The effective date has been delayed to May 1, 2024.
Effective May 1, 2024, prior authorization (PA) requirements will change for the following code(s). The medical code(s) listed below will require PA by Anthem for Medicare 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 rules and must be considered first when determining coverage. Non-compliance with new requirements may result in denied claims.
Prior authorization requirements will be added for the following code(s):
Code | Description |
0738T | Treatment planning for magnetic field induction ablation of malignant prostate tissue, using data from previously performed magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examination |
0739T | Ablation of malignant prostate tissue by magnetic field induction, including all intraprocedural, transperineal needle/catheter placement for nanoparticle installation and int |
Not all PA requirements are listed here. Detailed PA requirements are available to providers on https://providers.anthem.com/ny or for contracted providers by accessing Availity.com. Providers may also call the number on the back of their patient’s member ID card for Provider Services for assistance with PA requirements.
UM AROW #: A2023M0443
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PUBLICATIONS: December 2023 Provider Newsletter, February 2024 Provider Newsletter
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