Medium impact
32 Hysterectomy Codes Removed from Prior Authorization List
Highmark·Effective Oct 1, 2026
CPT 58553, in plain terms, covers A minimally invasive surgery combining laparoscopic and vaginal approaches to remove the uterus, typically for complex cases. CPT 58553 is referenced in 1 tracked payer policy change from Highmark. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 58553 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.
Official descriptor: CPT 58553 on AAPC
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