66982 Insurance Policy Changes

CPT 66982, in plain terms, covers Removing a clouded lens capsule during cataract surgery when the back membrane is involved, done without an implant. CPT 66982 is referenced in 6 tracked payer policy changes from Health Net, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island, and 2 other payers. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 66982 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.

Official descriptor: CPT 66982 on AAPC