Question 1

What insurance policy changes affect CPT 31240?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 tracked policy changes affecting CPT 31240, including updates from Aetna, Humana. Each change may modify coverage criteria, reimbursement rates, or prior-authorization requirements.

Question 2

Which payers have updated policy for CPT 31240?

Accepted Answer

Payers that have issued tracked updates for CPT 31240 include: Aetna, Humana.

Question 3

How do I get notified when CPT 31240 policy changes?

Accepted Answer

Create a free account at PolicyChanges.app and save a search filtered to CPT 31240. You will receive a daily digest email whenever a new policy change references this code.

Question 4

Why do payers change policies for CPT 31240?

Accepted Answer

Payers revise policies for individual billing codes to align with updated clinical guidelines, CMS rule changes, fraud and abuse prevention measures, or network cost-management goals. Changes can affect medical necessity criteria, place-of-service restrictions, bundling rules, or whether a code requires prior authorization.

31240 Insurance Policy Changes

Headaches: Invasive Procedures (CPB 0707, reviewed 2026-07-23)

Sinonasal and Eustachian Tube Surgical Procedures - Medicare Advantage (Revised)

Devices for Post-Operative Use Following Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (CPB 0840, reviewed 2025-12-04)

Sinonasal and Eustachian Tube Surgical Procedures - Medicare Advantage (Revised)