29840 Insurance Policy Changes

CPT 29840, in plain terms, covers A minimally invasive procedure where a tiny camera is inserted into the wrist joint to diagnose or treat problems. CPT 29840 is referenced in 4 tracked payer policy changes from UnitedHealthcare. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 29840 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.

Official descriptor: CPT 29840 on AAPC