76942 Insurance Policy Changes

CPT 76942, in plain terms, covers A doctor uses ultrasound imaging to guide a needle while taking a tissue sample from inside your body. CPT 76942 is referenced in 3 tracked payer policy changes from Independence Blue Cross and Aetna. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 76942 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.

Official descriptor: CPT 76942 on AAPC