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Readmission Policy and Genetic Testing Updates
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska·NE · Cardiology, Oncology, OB-GYN +3 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 1, 2024
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska updated multiple medical policies effective January 1, 2024, adding preauthorization requirements for numerous genetic testing services, cardiac transplant rejection testing, and oncology algorithmic tests. The updates also include new clinical review processes for hospital readmissions within 30 days.
Action Required
By January 1, 2024: Billing team must update prior authorization requirements in billing system for all listed genetic testing, cardiac transplant rejection testing, and oncology algorithmic test codes. Verify preauthorization is obtained before performing these services. Update encounter forms and staff workflows to flag these procedures for prior auth. Claims will be denied without proper preauthorization.