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Update for HCPCS Codes G0482 and G0483
Ambetter·NE · Occupational Medicine, Pain Management, Psychiatry·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jun 17, 2026
We identified it
Aug 26, 2026
Summary
Effective immediately, HCPCS codes G0482 and G0483 (definitive drug testing with 15-21 and 22+ drug classes respectively) are no longer reimbursable under Clinical Policy CP.MP.50. Codes G0480 and G0481 remain covered when medical necessity is documented. Billing teams must immediately stop billing G0482 and G0483 and update system rules to prevent claim denials.
Action Required
Immediately (effective 06/17/26): Billing team must (1) Update billing system to deny/reject claims for HCPCS codes G0482 and G0483 at point of entry; (2) Remove G0482 and G0483 from all active fee schedules and superbill templates; (3) Configure system to route any legacy G0482/G0483 claims to denial queue with reason 'Non-covered per CP.MP.50'; (4) Notify all providers and clinical staff that G0482/G0483 are no longer billable; (5) Instruct providers to use G0480 or G0481 instead when medical necessity criteria are met; (6) Audit accounts receivable for any pending G0482/G0483 claims and contact payer for reversal/correction before payment posts. Failure to implement will result in claim denials, revenue loss, and potential compliance issues with payer agreement.