MedicaidBilling CodesMedium impact
Quarter 2 2026 New Code Update
Nevada Medicaid·NV·Provider Announcement
Effective date
Apr 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
Nevada Medicaid is implementing new Quarter 2 2026 CPT, HCPCS, and ADA codes effective April 1, 2026. Claims with these new codes will initially suspend with error code 853 until rates and policies are updated in the system, and retroactive prior authorizations will be allowed during the transition period.
Action Required
By April 1, 2026: Billing team must implement new Quarter 2 2026 CPT, HCPCS, and ADA codes for Nevada Medicaid claims. Expect initial claim suspensions with error code 853 until system updates are complete. Monitor for additional web announcements regarding rate updates and suspended claim releases. Prepare to submit retroactive prior authorization requests for new codes requiring prior auth.