Medicare AdvantageBilling CodesMedium impact
Amniotic Membrane and Amniotic Fluid
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Wound Care, Ophthalmology, Plastic Surgery +2 more·Physician / Facility
Effective date
Jan 1, 2021
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Effective January 1, 2021, BlueCross BlueShield Rhode Island added six new HCPCS codes (Q4176, Q4177, Q4178, Q4180, Q4181, Q4220) to their amniotic membrane and fluid policy for both Medicare and commercial products. These codes will follow applicable diagnosis editing requirements.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must verify that HCPCS codes Q4176, Q4177, Q4178, Q4180, Q4181, and Q4220 are active in billing system for BlueCross BlueShield Rhode Island claims. Ensure these codes follow applicable diagnosis editing requirements. Update encounter forms for providers who perform amniotic membrane or fluid procedures.