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AB2026-03-001 Updates and new information
Capital Blue Cross·Effective May 1, 2026
CPT 24160, in plain terms, covers Surgical removal of an artificial shoulder or elbow joint that was previously implanted. CPT 24160 is referenced in 1 tracked payer policy change from Capital Blue Cross. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 24160 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.
Official descriptor: CPT 24160 on AAPC
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