Effective Aug. 1, 2022, you’ll see new codes on the prior authorization list for cardiovascular, prostate, spine and cosmetic surgery procedures. These changes impact UnitedHealthcare Community Plans in Louisiana.
Prior authorization code lists
See the following new list for procedure codes requiring medical necessity prior authorization and their applicable states.
| CPT code | Cosmetic procedures description | States impacted |
|---|---|---|
| 15877 | Suction assisted lipectomy; trunk | Louisiana |
| 15878 | Suction assisted lipectomy; upper extremity | Louisiana |
| 15879 | Suction assisted lipectomy; lower extremity | Louisiana |
Requesting prior authorization
You can submit your prior authorization request using the Prior Authorization and Notification tool on the UnitedHealthcare Provider Portal. Learn more at UHCprovider.com/paan
Questions?
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