Question 1

What insurance policy changes affect CPT 98009?

Accepted Answer

There are 7 tracked policy changes affecting CPT 98009, including updates from Highmark, Florida Blue, CareSource. Each change may modify coverage criteria, reimbursement rates, or prior-authorization requirements.

Question 2

Which payers have updated policy for CPT 98009?

Accepted Answer

Payers that have issued tracked updates for CPT 98009 include: Highmark, Florida Blue, CareSource, Indiana Medicaid (IHCP), Alaska Medicaid.

Question 3

How do I get notified when CPT 98009 policy changes?

Accepted Answer

Create a free account at PolicyChanges.app and save a search filtered to CPT 98009. You will receive a daily digest email whenever a new policy change references this code.

Question 4

Why do payers change policies for CPT 98009?

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.

98009 Insurance Policy Changes

Highmark’s Telehealth Policy Will Be Updated on Sept. 1

Important Policy Update: Telemedicine Evaluation and Management Services

[Ohio] Telehealth: Updates to the OAC Rule Effective Date January 1, 2026

[Ohio] Telehealth: Updates to the OAC Rule

BT202592: IHCP updates CCBHC encounter codes

BT202593: IHCP updates FQHC and RHC encounter codes

February 2025 Town Hall FAQ