Policy Updates Prior AuthorizationBadgerCare Plus and Medicaid SSI ProgramsJuly 25, 2025

Precertification/prior authorization requirement changes

Effective September 1, 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 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 Provider Services at 855‑558‑1443 with additional information, which may include medical records.

Precertification/prior authorization requirements will be added for the following code(s):

Code

Description

55881

Transurethral ablation of prostate tissue, using thermal ultrasound

61715

MRI‑guided focused ultrasound high‑intensity stereotactic intracranial ablation

C9807

Nerve stimulator, percutaneous, peripheral (for example, sprint peripheral nerve stimulation system), including electrode and all disposable system components, non‑opioid medical device


To request precertification/prior authorization, you may use one of the following methods:

  • Web: once logged in to Availity Essentials at https://Availity.com.
  • Fax: 800‑964‑3627
  • Phone: 855‑558‑1443

Not all precertification/prior authorization requirements are listed here. Detailed precertification/prior authorization requirements are available to providers on https://www.anthem.com/wi/provider or for contracted providers by accessing https://Availity.com. Providers may also call 855‑558‑1443 for assistance with precertification/prior authorization requirements.

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PUBLICATIONS: August 2025 Provider Newsletter