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New/Emerging Technology and Services Code List 11.01.27
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield·Neurology, Neurosurgery, OB-GYN +8 more·Miscellaneous
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
This policy provides a comprehensive list of Category III (CAT III) CPT codes for new/emerging technologies and services, with many codes referencing specific coverage policies. The list includes experimental and investigational procedures across multiple specialties, with some codes having established coverage policies while others fall under the general emerging technology policy.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should review current use of any Category III (0000T) codes against this list. For codes that reference specific policies (like facet joint injections 0213T-0218T, vertebroplasty 0200T-0201T, and artificial disc procedures), follow the referenced coverage policy requirements. For codes listed under policy 11.01.27, verify coverage determination requirements before billing as these are typically considered investigational.