45388 Insurance Policy Changes

CPT 45388, in plain terms, covers A procedure where a doctor examines your colon with a camera and uses heat or energy to remove abnormal tissue. CPT 45388 is referenced in 7 tracked payer policy changes from BCBS Oklahoma, BCBS Montana, and 5 other payers. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 45388 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.

Official descriptor: CPT 45388 on AAPC