High impact
Obsolete and Unreliable Tests and Procedures (CPB 0438, reviewed 2026-07-16)
Aetna·Effective Jul 16, 2026
CPT 44139, in plain terms, covers The surgeon frees up the colon from surrounding tissue so it can be moved or repositioned during the procedure. CPT 44139 is referenced in 1 tracked payer policy change from Aetna. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 44139 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.
Official descriptor: CPT 44139 on AAPC
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