Question 1

What insurance policy changes affect CPT 99140?

Accepted Answer

There are 1 tracked policy change affecting CPT 99140, including updates from Blue Cross of Idaho. Each change may modify coverage criteria, reimbursement rates, or prior-authorization requirements.

Question 2

Which payers have updated policy for CPT 99140?

Accepted Answer

Payers that have issued tracked updates for CPT 99140 include: Blue Cross of Idaho.

Question 3

How do I get notified when CPT 99140 policy changes?

Accepted Answer

Create a free account at PolicyChanges.app and save a search filtered to CPT 99140. You will receive a daily digest email whenever a new policy change references this code.

Question 4

Why do payers change policies for CPT 99140?

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.

99140 Insurance Policy Changes

PAP500 - Anesthesia - How to Bill for Time - Updated CPT code range to 99100-99140. No reimbursement for these Status B codes.