34718 Insurance Policy Changes

CPT 34718, in plain terms, covers Repair of a non-functioning aorto-iliac bypass graft using an endovascular approach without making large incisions. CPT 34718 is referenced in 2 tracked payer policy changes from Aetna. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 34718 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.

Official descriptor: CPT 34718 on AAPC