High impact
Obsolete and Unreliable Tests and Procedures (CPB 0438, reviewed 2026-07-16)
Aetna·Effective Jul 16, 2026
CPT 44151, in plain terms, covers Surgical removal of an opening created in your colon or small intestine that was previously used for waste elimination. CPT 44151 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 44151 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.
Official descriptor: CPT 44151 on AAPC
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