High impact
Obsolete and Unreliable Tests and Procedures (CPB 0438, reviewed 2026-07-16)
Aetna·Effective Jul 16, 2026
CPT 44156, in plain terms, covers Surgical removal of an opening in your abdomen that was previously created to divert waste outside your body. CPT 44156 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 44156 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.
Official descriptor: CPT 44156 on AAPC
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