Summary
Select Health has implemented 4 new coding policies and revised 10 medical policies with changes to coverage criteria, provider eligibility, and age requirements across multiple specialties. A new coding editing system will launch in Q2 2026 that will adhere to CMS requirements, and specific guidance has been updated for laboratory billing including the use of CPT 81479 for unlisted molecular pathology procedures.
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What to do
immediately · 4 steps
01Review and implement all 14 policy changes affecting coverage criteria and provider requirements across multiple specialties.
02Update billing systems to use CPT 81479 for multianalyte tests without specific panel codes.
03Prepare for new coding editing system launching Q2 2026 that will require strict adherence to CMS requirements and established coding guidelines.
04Review updated Vitamin D and T3 laboratory testing guidelines.
If missed: Failure to comply with new editing system standards may result in claim denials.
Codes mentioned
81479
Original notice
March 2026
selecthealth.org · Always check the source before changing claims.
Related changes
See all SelectHealth changes →Policy Update Bulletin (March 2026)HighEffective Apr 2, 2026 · Policy BulletinProvider Policy Updates | March 2026LowNo effective date · CodingPolicy Update Bulletin (March 2026)MediumEffective Apr 2, 2026 · Policy BulletinProvider Policy Updates | February 2026HighEffective Jan 1, 2026 · Policy BulletinBrowse every SelectHealth change in the policy list