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CPT code changes

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI·Physician
Effective date
Apr 1, 2021
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Days to comply

Summary

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island updated CPT and HCPCS code coverage and payment rules effective April 1, 2021. Specific codes now have new designations including medical review requirements, non-coverage determinations, and separate reimbursement restrictions.

Action Required

Action needed
Immediately: Update billing system coverage rules for the specified HCPCS codes. Set codes C9074, J1554, J9037, J9349, Q2053 to require preauthorization for commercial products and BlueCHiP Medicare. Mark codes C9777, J1427, J7402, K1013, K1016, K1017, K1018, K1019, K1020, S1091 as non-covered/not medically necessary. Configure codes G2211, A9592, C9776, K1014, K1015 as non-separately reimbursable. Train staff to notify members of non-covered services before providing them.

Affected Billing Codes

C9074
J1554
J9037
J9349
Q2053
C9777
J1427
J7402
K1013
K1016
K1017
K1018
K1019
K1020
S1091
G2211
A9592
C9776
K1014
K1015