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Updated Preauthorization Lists: July 2026 Quarterly Code Updates
EmblemHealth·Prior Authorization
Effective date
Aug 1, 2026
We identified it
Aug 14, 2026
Summary
EmblemHealth has released July 2026 quarterly CPT and HCPCS code updates with new preauthorization requirements. New codes will be configured within 60 days of their effective date; during the configuration period, claims containing new codes will be adjudicated for all other services while the new codes are held pending system updates, then reprocessed once loaded.
Action Required
By September 30, 2026 (within 60 days of effective date): Billing team must monitor EmblemHealth's claims processing system for successful loading of all new July 2026 CPT and HCPCS codes. Implement internal tracking for any claims submitted with new codes during the configuration period to ensure they are reprocessed once codes are loaded into the system. Update billing staff on the partial adjudication process—claims will not be denied but will be held for new codes only. Verify with EmblemHealth that all new codes have been configured before assuming full claim payment. Document the 60-day configuration window (effective date through September 29, 2026) in compliance calendars.