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2026 Annual and Quarter 1 Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System Level II (HCPCS) Code, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and ASC Code Conversion
Arkansas Medicaid·AR·Coding
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Mar 10, 2026
Summary
This is the 2026 annual and Q1 Healthcare coding system update for Arkansas that addresses changes to HCPCS Level II, CPT, and ASC codes. The policy document is a summary-only reference without specific code details accessible in the provided source material.
Action Required
By 2026-01-01: Billing team must obtain the full policy document from Arkansas Department of Human Services (https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/ON-006-26.docx) to identify specific CPT, HCPCS, and ASC code changes. Review the complete list of code conversions, additions, and deletions. Update billing software, superbills, and encounter forms to reflect 2026 coding changes. Coordinate with providers to ensure compliance with new code requirements. Failure to implement code changes will result in claim denials and billing delays.