What insurance policy changes affect HCPCS J3387?

There are 11 tracked policy changes affecting HCPCS J3387, including updates from Anthem BCBS. Each change may modify coverage criteria, reimbursement rates, or prior-authorization requirements.

Which payers have updated policy for HCPCS J3387?

Payers that have issued tracked updates for HCPCS J3387 include: Anthem BCBS.

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Why do payers change policies for HCPCS J3387?

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.

J3387 Insurance Policy Changes

HCPCS J3387 is referenced in 11 tracked payer policy changes from Anthem BCBS. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for HCPCS J3387 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.

High impact
[Ohio] Precertification/prior authorization requirement changes
Anthem BCBS·Effective Sep 1, 2026
Effective September 1, 2026, Anthem will require precertification/prior authorization for 29 new medical codes including diagnostic tests, surgical procedures, and specialized treatments for MyCare Ohio FIDE (Fully Integrated Dual Eligible) members. Services performed without proper authorization may be denied payment.
Medium impact
[California] Prior authorization requirement changes
Anthem BCBS·Effective Sep 1, 2026
Anthem Medicare Advantage plans in California will require prior authorization for 27 specific medical codes starting September 1, 2026. These codes cover specialized procedures including neurostimulation, oncology testing, gastric procedures, and fertility treatments.
Medium impact
[California] Prior authorization requirement changes
Anthem BCBS·Effective Sep 1, 2026
Effective September 1, 2026, Anthem will require prior authorization for 13 specific medical codes for Medi-Cal Managed Care members in California, including liver and prostate ablation procedures, spinal decompression, baroreflex activation therapy systems, and specialized injections. Services performed without proper precertification may be denied payment.
High impact
[California] Precertification/prior authorization requirement changes
Anthem BCBS·Effective Sep 1, 2026
Effective September 1, 2026, Anthem will require prior authorization for 25 new medical codes across multiple specialties for Medicare Advantage members in California. These include gastroenterology tests, drug assays, oncology procedures, neurostimulation devices, and various surgical procedures.
Medium impact
[New York] Prior authorization requirement changes
Anthem BCBS·Effective Sep 1, 2026
Effective September 1, 2026, Anthem Medicaid in New York will require prior authorization for five specific medical codes including liver and prostate ablation procedures, neurostimulator devices, and two injection treatments. Claims submitted without proper precertification will be denied payment.
Medium impact
[New York] Precertification/prior authorization requirement changes
Anthem BCBS·Effective Sep 1, 2026
Effective September 1, 2026, Anthem will require precertification/prior authorization for 25 new medical codes across multiple specialties including gastroenterology, oncology, neurosurgery, and fertility services for Medicare Advantage members in New York. Services performed without proper prior authorization may be denied payment.
Medium impact
[Ohio] Precertification/prior authorization requirement changes
Anthem BCBS·Effective Sep 1, 2026
Effective September 1, 2026, Anthem will require prior authorization for 24 new medical codes including gastroenterology tests, drug assays, neurostimulation procedures, and various surgical procedures for Medicare Advantage members in Ohio. Claims submitted without proper precertification may be denied payment.
Medium impact
[Virginia] Prior authorization requirement changes
Anthem BCBS·Effective Sep 1, 2026
Starting September 1, 2026, HealthKeepers Inc. will require prior authorization for five new medical procedures/treatments for Virginia Medicaid members, including liver and prostate ablation procedures, neurostimulator devices, and two injection treatments. Services provided without prior authorization may be denied payment.
High impact
[Virginia] Prior authorization requirement changes
Anthem BCBS·Effective Sep 1, 2026
Effective September 1, 2026, Anthem will require prior authorization for 28 additional medical codes for Medicare Advantage members in Virginia, including gastroenterology tests, neurostimulation procedures, and fertility treatments. Services performed without obtaining required precertification may be denied for payment.
High impact
[Virginia] Precertification/prior authorization requirement changes
Anthem BCBS·Effective Sep 1, 2026
Effective September 1, 2026, Anthem Medicare Advantage plans will require precertification/prior authorization for 26 specific medical codes including gastroenterology tests, neurostimulation procedures, spinal decompressions, and various specialized treatments. Services performed without proper authorization may be denied payment.
Medium impact
[Georgia] Precertification/prior authorization requirement changes
Anthem BCBS·Effective Sep 1, 2026
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia is adding prior authorization requirements for 26 specific medical codes effective September 1, 2026, for Medicare Advantage members only. These codes span multiple specialties including gastroenterology, oncology, neurostimulation procedures, and various surgical interventions.

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[Ohio] Precertification/prior authorization requirement changes

[California] Prior authorization requirement changes

[California] Prior authorization requirement changes

[California] Precertification/prior authorization requirement changes

[New York] Prior authorization requirement changes

[New York] Precertification/prior authorization requirement changes

[Ohio] Precertification/prior authorization requirement changes

[Virginia] Prior authorization requirement changes

[Virginia] Prior authorization requirement changes

[Virginia] Precertification/prior authorization requirement changes

[Georgia] Precertification/prior authorization requirement changes