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92640 Insurance Policy Changes

CPT 92640, in plain terms, covers Adjusting and programming a surgically implanted device that stimulates hearing through the brainstem. CPT 92640 is referenced in 4 tracked payer policy changes from Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, and 1 other payer. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 92640 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.

Official descriptor: CPT 92640 on AAPC

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REFERENCE DATA

Payers with rules3
Payers requiring prior auth3
  • CalViva Health · Effective December 31, 2025

    Prior authorization required

    CalViva Health CMS-0057-F prior authorization requirements

  • Centene · Effective December 31, 2025

    Prior authorization required

    Sunshine Health Title XIX, Title XXI, Managed Medical Assistance CMS-0057-F prior authorization requirements

  • Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley · Effective December 31, 2025

    Prior authorization required

    Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley CMS-0057-F prior authorization requirements

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does CalViva Health require prior authorization for 92640?

CalViva Health lists 92640 on CalViva Health CMS-0057-F prior authorization requirements for medicaid managed plans (list dated December 31, 2025). Verify with the payer before scheduling.

Does Centene require prior authorization for 92640?

Centene lists 92640 on Sunshine Health Title XIX, Title XXI, Managed Medical Assistance CMS-0057-F prior authorization requirements for medicaid managed plans (list dated December 31, 2025). Verify with the payer before scheduling.

Does Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley require prior authorization for 92640?

Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley lists 92640 on Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley CMS-0057-F prior authorization requirements for medicaid managed plans (list dated December 31, 2025). Verify with the payer before scheduling.

What insurance policy changes affect CPT 92640?

There are 4 tracked policy changes affecting CPT 92640, including updates from Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi. Each change may modify coverage criteria, reimbursement rates, or prior-authorization requirements.

Which payers have updated policy for CPT 92640?

Payers that have issued tracked updates for CPT 92640 include: Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi.

How do I get notified when CPT 92640 policy changes?

Create a free account at PolicyChanges.app and save a search filtered to CPT 92640. You will get an email when new policy changes reference this code: daily or weekly, your choice, on every plan.

Why do payers change policies for CPT 92640?

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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