Question 1

What insurance policy changes affect CPT 71045?

Accepted Answer

There are 6 tracked policy changes affecting CPT 71045, including updates from Medi-Cal, Humana, Indiana Medicaid (IHCP). Each change may modify coverage criteria, reimbursement rates, or prior-authorization requirements.

Question 2

Which payers have updated policy for CPT 71045?

Accepted Answer

Payers that have issued tracked updates for CPT 71045 include: Medi-Cal, Humana, Indiana Medicaid (IHCP), Maryland Medicaid.

Question 3

How do I get notified when CPT 71045 policy changes?

Accepted Answer

Create a free account at PolicyChanges.app and save a search filtered to CPT 71045. You will receive a daily digest email whenever a new policy change references this code.

Question 4

Why do payers change policies for CPT 71045?

Accepted Answer

Payers revise policies for individual billing codes to align with updated clinical guidelines, CMS rule changes, fraud and abuse prevention measures, or network cost-management goals. Changes can affect medical necessity criteria, place-of-service restrictions, bundling rules, or whether a code requires prior authorization.

71045 Insurance Policy Changes

Justice-Involved (JI) Reentry Initiative: Medi-Cal Fee-for-Service Reimbursement Methodology

Dysphagia Imaging Evaluation - Medicare Advantage (Revised)

BT2025135: IHCP updates coverage for the Family Planning Eligibility Program effective Oct. 30, 2025

Medicaid Coverage for Radiological and Imaging Services Provided by Certified Nurse Practitioners

PT 07-26: Medicaid Coverage for Radiological and Imaging Services Provided by Certified Nurse Practitioners

BT2025145: Corrections announced to previously published Family Planning Eligibility Program coverage