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88387 Insurance Policy Changes

CPT 88387, in plain terms, covers Gross examination, dissection and preparation of a tissue sample for nonmicroscopic studies such as molecular testing, reported per tissue preparation and without a frozen section. No tracked policy changes reference CPT 88387 yet. New payer updates are added daily, so check back soon or create a free alert to be notified the moment a change affects this code.

Official descriptor: CPT 88387 on AAPC

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REFERENCE DATA

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  • Anthem BCBS · Effective September 1, 2026

    Prior authorization required in some cases

    Virginia Local Precertification/Prior Authorization List (HMO & EPO)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does Anthem BCBS require prior authorization for 88387?

Anthem BCBS lists 88387 on Virginia Local Precertification/Prior Authorization List (HMO & EPO) for commercial plans, with conditions (list dated September 1, 2026). Verify with the payer before scheduling.

What insurance policy changes affect CPT 88387?

No policy changes affecting CPT 88387 have been tracked yet. Check back as coverage expands.

Which payers have updated policy for CPT 88387?

No payer-specific updates have been tracked for CPT 88387 yet.

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Why do payers change policies for CPT 88387?

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.

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