45382 Insurance Policy Changes

CPT 45382, in plain terms, covers A colonoscopy where the doctor uses techniques to stop active bleeding found in the colon. CPT 45382 is referenced in 2 tracked payer policy changes from Aetna and Cigna. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 45382 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.

Official descriptor: CPT 45382 on AAPC