Question 1

What insurance policy changes affect CPT 71046?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 tracked policy changes affecting CPT 71046, including updates from Maryland Medicaid. Each change may modify coverage criteria, reimbursement rates, or prior-authorization requirements.

Question 2

Which payers have updated policy for CPT 71046?

Accepted Answer

Payers that have issued tracked updates for CPT 71046 include: Maryland Medicaid.

Question 3

How do I get notified when CPT 71046 policy changes?

Accepted Answer

Create a free account at PolicyChanges.app and save a search filtered to CPT 71046. You will receive a daily digest email whenever a new policy change references this code.

Question 4

Why do payers change policies for CPT 71046?

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.

71046 Insurance Policy Changes

Medicaid Fee-for-Service Payment of Medically Necessary Ancillaries on Administrative Days

PT 67-26: Medicaid Fee-for-Service Payment of Medically Necessary Ancillaries on Administrative Days

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