Question 1

What insurance policy changes affect CPT 96136?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 tracked policy changes affecting CPT 96136, including updates from Nevada Medicaid, Colorado Medicaid, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care. Each change may modify coverage criteria, reimbursement rates, or prior-authorization requirements.

Question 2

Which payers have updated policy for CPT 96136?

Accepted Answer

Payers that have issued tracked updates for CPT 96136 include: Nevada Medicaid, Colorado Medicaid, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Humana.

Question 3

How do I get notified when CPT 96136 policy changes?

Accepted Answer

Create a free account at PolicyChanges.app and save a search filtered to CPT 96136. You will receive a daily digest email whenever a new policy change references this code.

Question 4

Why do payers change policies for CPT 96136?

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.

96136 Insurance Policy Changes

Prior Authorization Updated in the Medicaid Management Information System for Neuropsychological, Psychological, and Developmental Testing Codes and Billing Guides Updated

Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid Program) News and Updates (B2600535 - 03/2026)

Update: Telehealth flexibilities for Medicare members

Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing - Medicare Advantage (New)