Aetna

Highlights: Changes to Aetna’s National Precertification List (NPL); Medical record documentation standards; Tips for spine and total joint surgery precertification requests

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June 2023 OLU newsletter (aetna.com)

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

Highlights: Cardiology Imaging Program Update: July 2023

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Cardiology Imaging Program Update: July 2023 – Horizon NJ Health

Humana

Highlights: Changes to preauthorization requirements for medical services Effective July 1, 2023 for all commercial and Medicare Advantage plans and dual-eligible Medicare-Medicaid plans

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PowerPoint Presentation (humana.com)

United HealthCare

Highlights: Molecular Pathology Policy Reimbursement to be revised August 1, 2023; Updated requirements and process for gastroenterology services

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6/1/2023 – UnitedHealthcare Commercial Reimbursement Policy Update Bulletin: June 2023 (uhcprovider.com)
Updated requirements for gastroenterology services | UHCprovider.com
Updated process for gastroenterology services | UHCprovider.com

Medicare

Highlights: COVID-19 Vaccination and Education Must Remain Available to Staff & Residents of Long- Term Care Facilities as Federal Requirements Sunset

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CMS NEWS ROUNDUP (June 2, 2023) | CMS