63045 Insurance Policy Changes

CPT 63045, in plain terms, covers A surgical procedure to remove bone from the spine to relieve nerve pressure and widen the openings where nerves exit. CPT 63045 is referenced in 3 tracked payer policy changes from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, BCBS Michigan, and 1 other payer. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 63045 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.

Official descriptor: CPT 63045 on AAPC